Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies)

Bachelor's degree

In Southport (Australia)

£ 12,704.83 + VAT

*Indicative price

Original amount in AUD:

$ 24,080

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Southport (Australia)

The Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies) 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 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.
Career opportunities
Provides a pathway into graduate entry osteopathy. The Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies) together with the Master of Osteopathic Medicine provides a professional-entry-level program that produces graduates who are eligible to register as practitioners of osteopathic medicine.
Professional recognition
In Australia, entry level training in osteopathic medicine is accredited by the Osteopathy Board of Australia and this revised course is currently undergoing the accreditation process which is due to be completed late 2016. Registration in Australia gives mobility across all states and territories and New Zealand.
Professional placement
Professional placements provide students with about 800 hours of experience in the practice of safe and effective manual therapy and the application of a wide range of treatment and management plans. Students have opportunities to work with a diverse range of patients in areas including injury and illness prevention and management, rehabilitation and health promotion. Clinical practice-based learning is also undertaken at the SCU Health Clinic, at the Lismore campus.
Professional experience placements require students to fulfil...

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Location

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Southport (Australia)
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Lismore, NSW 2480

Start date

On request

About this course

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  • Osteopathy
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Course programme

Master of Osteopathic Medicine Master of Osteopathic Medicine Osteopathy Board of Australia Professional experience placements Advanced standing Your previous learning experiences relevant to one or more units in this course may help you reduce the duration of your degree. Recognition of formal and non-formal learning Credit may be awarded to a student for formal learning (gained through full or partial achievement of an accredited qualification or course) or non-formal learning (that takes place through a non-accredited course or program of learning) completed at Southern Cross University or in other learning settings in Australia and/or overseas. Recognition of informal learning Credit may be awarded on the basis of current informal learning (that takes place through work, social, family or leisure activities). To help you identify how much credit you may receive for your related prior learning visit SCU Pathways. An application for advanced standing must be submitted so we can assess your prior learning. Please apply for advanced standing at the same time as you apply for admission into this course, because the amount of credit awarded will determine the sequence of units you will study. course structure MySCU is a student's point of entry to a range of online services and resources that support study and student life. The portal includes unit learning sites and information sites where students can access resources, communication tools and useful links that are integral to their studies. The web-based study environment Blackboard Learn delivers an advanced online learning environment for students and lecturers to communicate and collaborate through virtual meeting spaces, classrooms, and discussion boards. They can share files, presentations and applications. If a tutorial or lecture is recorded, students can view it afterwards. Learning materials include the provision of unit information guides, study guides and readings. Students may need to purchase or access prescribed text books. The SCU Library provides a wide range of services that include face-to-face and online help, and access to print and electronic resources. To find out more, see the Library Toolbox. The Academic Skills team supports student learning by offering online and on-campus academic skills workshops, email, phone, and one-on-one support. scu.edu.au/healthlabs SCU Health Clinics Course structure See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below. Table of contents Course requirements Schedule of units Course progressions Course requirements To be eligible for the award of Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies), a candidate shall successfully complete not less than twenty-four (24) units (288 credit points) comprising all units listed in the Schedule attached to these Rules. A candidate who, while enrolled in the Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies), has successfully completed not less than sixteen (16) units (192 credit points) comprising any 16 units from the units listed in the Schedule attached to these Rules may elect to be awarded the Associate Degree in Clinical Sciences following withdrawal from the Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies). Professional Experience Learning This course includes professional experience learning. Pre-requisites to meet national and state-based regulatory requirements, as detailed on School of Health and Human Sciences Professional Experience page must be met prior to attending professional experience placement. All professional experience learning hours must be completed and professional behaviour and conduct must be demonstrated. Inherent Requirements Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Student Access & Inclusion website. If you have a disability or health condition which may impact on your ability to meet these requirements please refer to the Student Access & Inclusion website for further information and contact details. Schedule of units (Osteopathic Studies) BIO01302 - Human Anatomy BHS10581 - Psychology and Sociology for Health Sciences HLT10481 - Osteopathic Studies I CMM71001 - Health Promotion and Wellness BIO00307 - Human Physiology HLT10583 - Communication Skills for Health Sciences HLT10482 - Osteopathic Studies II OST71005 - Osteopathic Science I HLT10483 - Osteopathic Studies III SCI10475 - Neuroscience BIO72130 - Human Pathophysiology OST71006 - Osteopathic Science II HLT10484 - Osteopathic Studies IV BIO00326 - Exercise Biochemistry MAT00330 - Research and Analysis in Health OST72001 - Osteopathic Diagnosis I HLT10485 - Osteopathic Studies V OST73002 - Osteopathic Diagnosis II OST81001 - Osteopathic Medicine I Note 1 OST82001 - Osteopathic Clinical Practice and Research I Note 1 HLT10486 - Osteopathic Studies VI PHA00315 - Introductory Pharmacology OST82002 - Osteopathic Clinical Practice and Research II Note 1 OST82005 - Osteopathic Medicine II Note 1 Course progressions Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment. Session 1 Commencement - Full-time Session 1 Commencement - Part time Session 2 Commencement Session 3 Commencement Notes Note 1: AQF8 Top Domestic students International students Confirm you meet the entry requirements including English language and academic entry and any specific pre-requisites. Apply Online 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.

Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies)

£ 12,704.83 + VAT

*Indicative price

Original amount in AUD:

$ 24,080