Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies)

ATAR 65

Duration 3 years full-time/6 years part-time

Starts March, July

Location Gold Coast, Lismore

Professional placement 320 hours

Professional recognition OBA

Entry pathway Diploma of Health (Osteopathic Studies) (page 49)

The Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies) has a strong clinical focus and provides you with a comprehensive grounding in biomedical science and health. During the course, you will gain the knowledge and skills required to continue postgraduate study in osteopathic medicine, which is required for registration as an osteopath. Core units include the study of advanced levels of anatomy and physiology, particularly the structure and function of the muscular and nervous systems.

Career opportunities

Osteopaths work in private practice. To become a registered osteopath, you need to successfully complete both the Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies) and Southern Cross University’s Master of Osteopathic Medicine. Total full-time duration of both courses is 4.5 years.

Osteopathy

Osteopathy is a hands-on manual therapy that restores movement and function through a combination of massage, joint movement, stretches, gentle joint manipulation and exercise. In Australia, osteopaths are government registered allied health practitioners who complete university training in anatomy, physiology, pathology, general healthcare diagnosis, and osteopathic techniques. Osteopaths can provide all-round osteopathic care, as well as concentrating on specific areas of practice, such as exercisebased rehabilitation, pain management, paediatric and sports medicine.

Southern Cross University is the only university in NSW and QLD to offer studies in osteopathy.