This course has a strong clinical focus and provides students with a comprehensive grounding in biomedical science and health. During the course, students gain the knowledge and skills required to continue postgraduate studies in osteopathic medicine. To become a registered osteopath, successful completion of the Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies) and the Southern Cross University Master of Osteopathic Medicine is required. Graduates of the Bachelor’s degree are awarded four units of credit towards the Masters degree. Total full-time duration for both courses is four years, during which students undertake 800 hours of supervised professional placement. For more course information, visit Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies) at Southern Cross University.
For students commencing in July, course duration is 3.5F or 7P.
Police and health record checks are required before undertaking placements; refer to Southern Cross University.
For additional information about the admissions criteria for Southern Cross University and for this course, refer to Southern Cross University website.
Completion of Year 12 or attained age 18 years
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Excluding: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made, excluding adjustment factors.
Including: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made including any adjustment factors that may have been applied.
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This course plus our Master of Osteopathic Medicine provides a professional, entry-level program for graduates to be eligible to register as osteopathy practitioners.
3 years Full time or 6 years Part time