Osteopathy, MOst

Program Overview

This four-year Osteopathy degree provides comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in anatomy, physiology, and osteopathic techniques. Students develop expertise in diagnosing and treating health issues through manual therapy, exercises, and rehabilitation. The program emphasizes in-person teaching, with practical sessions and workshops, and assesses learning through exams, coursework, and practical examinations. Graduates are qualified to register as osteopaths and can expect an average starting salary of around £28,407.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This advanced four-year initial degree in Osteopathy will impart the knowledge, skills, and practical experience you need to register as an osteopath and be qualified to diagnose and treat a wide range of health issues through manual therapy, tailored exercises, rehabilitation, and advice. You will develop a profound understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and the psychology of pain, along with excellent clinical examination techniques, combining in-depth academic work with extensive practical clinical skills.

Outline:

The course content is tightly structured, with all modules being compulsory. Over the four years, you will progress through modules in anatomy and physiology, osteopathic skills, pathophysiology and therapeutics, culminating in a dissertation in your final year.

Assessment:

Your learning will be assessed through written exams, coursework, and practical exams known as Objective Structured Practical Examinations, which have interactive elements.

Teaching:

We are committed to providing an exceptional educational experience, employing the most effective learning and teaching approaches, carefully tailored to suit the specific needs of your course. Apart from a small number of online-only courses, most of our courses consist of in-person, on-campus teaching, allowing for full engagement with your lecturers and fellow students. Practical skills sessions, lab work seminars, and workshops will predominantly take place in-person, allowing for group working and demonstrations. However, our approach also includes the use of some online learning to support and enhance traditional face-to-face teaching.

Careers:

Upon graduation, your salary will be determined by the number of patients you see and whether you establish your own practice or join an already established practice as an associate partner. You can expect an average starting salary of around £28,407.

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

UK International September 2023 £ 9,000 £ 17,350 September 2024 £ 9,000 £ 18,200 Fees for full time Undergraduate UK students may be increased in subsequent years of study by an inflationary amount determined by Welsh Government. Fees for full time Undergraduate EU/International students will increase by 3% for each subsequent year of study.