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| Application Deadline: | as early as possible | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 10,391 - ≈ € 12,678 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Oxford / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 48 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of Oxford Brookes University
Oxford Brookes University was the first to be awarded Recognised Qualification (RQ) status for a course in osteopathy delivered in-house within a university.
Note: entry to the full-time MOst course is currently open only to those students who have successfully completed years 1 and 2 of the BOst (Hons) full-time course with at least 60% or above in each Year 2 BOst (Hons) compulsory modules. Entry to the part-time MOst course is currently open only to those students who have successfully completed years 1-4 of the BOst (Hons) part-time course, achieving at least 60% or above in each Year 3 and 4 BOst (Hons) compulsory modules.
Osteopathy is an established and recognised system of diagnosis and treatment which places emphasis on the structural integrity of the body. It recognises that much of the pain and disability we suffer stems from abnormalities in the structure of the body, resulting in disturbed function.
The basic premise of osteopathy is that the body is capable of healing itself, given the appropriate environment, both internally and externally. Osteopathy shares many similarities with conventional medical assessment and diagnosis. In addition, osteopaths assess their patients from a mechanical, functional and postural perspective.
The manual systems of treatment used are tailored to the needs of the individual. Osteopathic techniques aim to ensure that there is adequate flow of blood to all tissues and organ systems, to remove strains and tensions within the muscles, and promote good movement through joint complexes.
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Course length
Full-time: 4 years
Part-time: 6 years
This modular osteopathy course is taken over four years (starting with BOst) for full-time students and is taken over six years for part-time students. Both study routes lead to eligibility to apply for statutory registration as an osteopath.
The MOst is an option designed for those who wish to achieve an enhanced competence profile in osteopathic research and within specific specialist areas of osteopathic clinical practice such as sports care or obstetrics and paediatrics.
The taught part of the course for the BOst (Hons) award runs in Semesters 1 and 2. The dedicated Placement Learning Unit (PLU) will assist you in allocating and administering your practical clinical experience in the university’s osteopathic clinics in Oxford, Swindon and elsewhere throughout the year.
BOst (Hons)
Years 1-2 (full-time) or Years 1-4 (part-time) equip you with the necessary knowledge, skills and understanding in the basic sciences, including osteopathic philosophy and basic techniques, in preparation for clinical practice. You will be required to have achieved 50 hours of clinic-based learning in Year 1, and 100 hours of clinic-based learning in Year 2.
MOst full-time
Years 3-4 (full-time) or Years 5-6 (part-time) of the course build on the knowledge, skills and understanding in the basic sciences, including osteopathic philosophy and basic techniques, developed during the initial two years of the BOst (Hons) programme. The MOst course provides for a progressive development of your knowledge, skills and understanding of osteopathic practice. In addition to the development of an appropriate competence profile for autonomous practice, students graduating from this MOst course are expected to have developed greater capabilities in dealing with clinical uncertainty, research methodology and specialist osteopathic practice.
Clinical teaching experience in the two years of the full-time MOst is provided via a total of 850 hours of supervised clinical education at the university’s clinics in Oxford, Swindon and elsewhere. In addition to a broad range of clinical experience in typical areas of osteopathic practice, students have an opportunity to critically explore osteopathic practice in a variety of clinical contexts, such as obstetric, paediatric and sports care.
The following modules are compulsory for all students on the advanced MOst course:
* Osteopathic Evaluation and Patient Management (single module)
* Osteopathic Clinical Placement 1 (quadruple module)
* Osteopathic Clinical Practice 3 (single module)
* Advanced Research Design (single module)
* Partnerships in Practice (single module)
* Advanced Osteopathic Evaluation and Patient Management (single module)
* Managing Clinical Uncertainty (single module)
* Advanced Osteopathic Clinical Placement (quadruple module)
* Advanced Osteopathic Clinical Practice (single module)
* Dissertation (triple module).
In addition you must take the following acceptable M Level module from the following:
* Managing Finance in Health and Social Care (single module).
Please note: as courses are reviewed regularly, the list of modules may vary from that shown here.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
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Specific entry requirements
* Medical certification of fitness to undertake osteopathic practice.
* Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) clearance.
* If your first language is not English you must demonstrate that your level of English is appropriate for study at postgraduate level.
Bachelor of Osteopathy (Honours), BOst (Hons) requirements
* Minimum of 5 passes at GCSE, to include English, Maths and a science subject at grade C, and
* 3 A2-levels at grade B or above in three subjects. Must include a biological science (Biology or Human Biology). 2 AS-levels can be offered in lieu of a non-biological A2-level. A2-level in General Studies is excluded. Alternative academic qualifications to A2-levels are considered.
Typical offers
* BBB at A2-levels: must include Biology/Human Biology; or
* BB at A2-level (must include Biology/Human Biology) plus BB at AS-level; or
* Advanced GNVQ : modules with a distinction profile plus A2-level grade B; or
* further non-overlapping GNVQ modules also with a distinction profile; or
* VCE double award (12 units) in Science, grade BB with non-overlapping A2-level grade B; or
* VCE double award (12 units) in Health and Social Care at BB with Biology based A2-level grade B; or
* BTEC national diplomas, HNC and HND providing Biology is a core subject - distinction profile in final year; or
* Scottish Highers: minimum of 5 subjects (including Biology, Maths and English) passed in one sitting.
* Irish Leaving Certificate
5 subjects at honours level. Biology must be included and an A/B profile is expected; or
* International Baccalaureate
6 approved subjects with 3 at higher level and 3 at subsidiary level. A total of 32 points is expected, with at least 16 points at higher level and with no less than 4 points in any one subject - Biology must be included at higher level; or
* European Baccalaureate
9 approved subjects with a minimum score of 7 in each subject. Biology must be included.a desire to undertake an enhanced undergraduate course of study leading to a master´s qualification and to eligibility for registration as an osteopath
* an understanding of the required academic and professional workload required for successful completion of the MOst course.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade B (Score: 75) |
Accreditation
Accredited by the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC). All students who successfully complete this course will be eligible to register as osteopaths with GOsC.
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