Bachelor of Science (Chiropractic)
Central Queensland University
About
In the Bachelor of Science (Chiropractic) you will study the history, philosophy and theories of chiropractic and the scientific foundations of the profession. You will begin to develop the core clinical skills used in the diagnosis and management of patients presenting for care including the basic therapeutic approaches to common musculoskeletal presentations. On successful completion of this course you will be eligible to apply for entry into the Master of Clinical Chiropractic (CC71) which is required to register and work as a Chiropractor.
Structure
Course Structure
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- Complete the core structure
Core Structure
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| Number of units: 24 | Total credit points: 144 |
Students not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK, Ireland, South Africa or USA are required to meet an English Language Prerequisite by (i) an academic IELTS completed within the last 2 years (from the term you are applying to start) with a minimum achievement of 7.0 in each band and overall; or (ii) a secondary or university qualification which is not more than 5 years old (from the term you are applying for entry into) with a satisfactory level of achievement of at least 2 years in duration from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK, Ireland, South Africa or USA.
The English Language Proficiency requirements may also be satisfied by an Occupational test - Result of ‘A' or ‘B' (results are to be no older than 2 years from the start of term).
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| --> CHIR11001 | Foundations of Chiropractic Practice 1 | --> |
| --> BMSC11001 | Human Body Systems 1 | --> |
| --> CHEM11042 | Fundamentals of Chemistry | --> |
| --> ESSC11004 | Study and Research Skills for Health Science | --> |
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| Year 1 - Term 2 | ||
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| --> BMSC11002 | Human Body Systems 2 | --> |
| --> BMSC11005 | Foundations of Biochemistry | --> |
| --> CHIR11003 | Foundations of Chiropractic Practice 2 | --> |
| --> BMSC11009 | Mental Health Literacy for Health Professionals | --> |
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| Year 2 - Term 1 | ||
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| --> CHIR12005 | Foundations of Chiropractic Practice 3 | --> |
| --> BMSC12007 | Neurological Physiology & Measurement | --> |
| --> MPAT12001 | Medical Pathophysiology | --> |
| --> CHIR12004 | Neuromusculoskeletal Anatomy 1 | --> |
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| Year 2 - Term 2 | ||
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| --> CHIR12006 | Foundations of Chiropractic Practice 4 | --> |
| --> MBIO12013 | Microbiology for Health Care | --> |
| --> MEDI12008 | Foundations of Radiation Science | --> |
| --> CHIR12008 | Neuromusculoskeletal Anatomy 2 | --> |
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| Year 3 - Term 1 | ||
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| --> CHIR12007 | Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis 1 | --> |
| --> CHIR13008 | Professional Chiropractic Practice 1 | --> |
| --> CHIR13010 | Systems and Pathology | --> |
| --> MEDI13007 | Fundamentals of Radiographic Technique | --> |
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| Year 3 - Term 2 | ||
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| --> CHIR13006 | Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis 2 | --> |
| --> CHIR13007 | Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis 3 | --> |
| --> CHIR13009 | Professional Chiropractic Practice 2 | --> |
| --> CHIR13012 | Research Literacy for Health Professionals | --> |
Entry requirements
What do I need to start?
Entry Scores
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| Rank Threshold | SR 69 | ATAR 69 |
| Rank Cut-Off | OP 14 | SR 70 | ATAR 67.95 |
Entry Requirements
English (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent
English Language Proficiency Requirements
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.
Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion within the last 5 years of:
- A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
- Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA of 4.0
completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you do not satisfy any of the above you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:
- An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 7.0 with a minimum 7.0 in each subset; or
- an Occupational English Test with grades A or B only in each of the four components.
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
International Students should visit http://www.cqu.edu.au/international for further information.
Each student will be assessed individually.
Security Requirements
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Health Requirements
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Assumed Knowledge
It is recommended that potential applicants also complete either Biology or Chemistry to a Yr 12 level.
Fees and Charges
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Learning outcomes
Core Learning Outcomes
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- Discuss the functions of the human body systems, disease processes, and the basic concepts underpinning the health sciences.
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- Relate the historical foundation of chiropractic to the current role of the chiropractic profession in the contemporary health care system
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- Demonstrate and apply core skills in the assessment and basic management of patients presenting with common musculoskeletal conditions.
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- Communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
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- Develop professional skills including critical thinking, teamwork, and ethical and reflective practice.
- 6.
- Systematically evaluate evidence from a range of sources relevant to contemporary health care practice.
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| 1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | --> | --> | --> | |||
| 2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | --> | --> | --> | --> | --> | |
| 3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | --> | --> | ||||
| 4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | --> | --> | --> | --> | --> | --> |
| 5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | --> | --> | --> | --> | ||
| 6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | --> | --> | ||||
| 7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | --> | --> | --> | --> | --> | |
| 8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | --> | --> | --> |
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