Osteopathy is a holistic system of diagnosis and manual therapy used to treat musculoskeletal and other functional disorders of the body. In Australia, osteopaths are registered primary care practitioners. The Master of Osteopathic Medicine is designed to develop a critical evaluation of the theory and practice of osteopathy and to produce primary care health practitioners who are able to solve complex problems and think rigorously and independently. The degree is built on a contemporary professional model that integrates the principles of evidence-based practice with a holistic paradigm of patient-centred health care.
The Master of Osteopathic Medicine is the second stage of a professional-entry-level program that aims to produce graduates who are eligible to register as practitioners of osteopathic medicine. The first stage is the Southern Cross University Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (with the double major Osteopathic Studies/Human Structure and Function), or the Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies) commencing in 2017; or an equivalent award from another institution. Graduates of the Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies) who commence the course from 2017 onwards, will receive four units of advanced standing into the Master of Osteopathic Studies. Total full-time duration for both courses (undergraduate and Master) is four years. |
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Qualification equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree. Refer to the Course Structure for specific admission requirements. |
| Application Notes : | Confirm you meet the entry requirements including English language and academic entry and any specific pre-requisites.
Southern Cross University accepts applications directly through the International Application for Admissions form or via our online application services.
Additional information on how to apply is available at SCU International. Please note applicants from some countries need to go through an Education Agent. Visit http://www.scu.edu.au/international/index.php/15 for more information.
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