Master of Osteopathic Medicine
Southern Cross University
About
There is a growing demand for osteopaths as more people seek the kind of holistic and preventative approaches that are integral to this system of diagnosis and manual therapy, used to treat musculoskeletal and other functional disorders of the body.The Master of Osteopathic Medicine is designed to develop a critical evaluation of the theory and practice of osteopathy, as well as to produce primary care health practitioners who are able to meet complex challenges and think rigorously and independently.As a student, you will undertake substantial clinical practice under the supervision of an experienced practitioner at Southern Cross University’s state-of-the-art Health Clinic.
Graduates will be eligible to register as practitioners of osteopathic medicine.Graduates of the Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies) who commenced the undergraduate course from 2017 onwards will receive four units of advanced standing into the Master of Osteopathic Medicine.
The full-time duration for both courses (undergraduate and Masters) is four years.
Structure
Core Units
| Title | Level of learning | Note |
|---|---|---|
| OST82001 - Osteopathic Clinical Practice and Research I | Intermediate | |
| OST81001 - Osteopathic Medicine I | Introductory | |
| OST82002 - Osteopathic Clinical Practice and Research II | Intermediate | |
| OST82005 - Osteopathic Medicine II | Intermediate | |
| OST03328 - Osteopathic Clinical Practice and Research III | Advanced | Note 1 |
| OST03323 - Osteopathic Studies VII | Advanced | |
| OST93002 - Osteopathic Medicine III | Advanced | |
| OST03331 - Osteopathic Clinical Practice and Research IV | Advanced | Note 1 |
| OST03326 - Osteopathic Studies VIII | Introductory | |
| OST93001 - Translating Research into Practice | Advanced |
Entry requirements
Applicants shall have:
- completed the Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies) at Southern Cross University, or
- completed an award at another institution deemed by the Course Coordinator to be equivalent to the above; and
- demonstrated in an interview, commitment to and an understanding of the profession; and
- achieved:
- the IELTS (academic module) minimum overall score of 7 and a minimum score of 7 in each of the four components: or
- the PTE Academic with a minimum overall score of 65 and a minimum score of 65 in each of the four communicative skills; or
- the TOEFL iBT with a minimum total score of 94 and the following minimum score in each section of the test: 24 listening, 24 reading, 27 writing, and 23 speaking.
- Please note, Rule 2 Schedule B test scores equivalencies do not apply to this course.
To be eligible to receive the Master of Osteopathic Medicine, students must complete the equivalent of 12 units (144 credit points), comprising all core units.
Inherent Requirements
Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Student Equity & Disability Services website. Students who have a disability or health condition which may impact on their ability to meet these requirements are encouraged to visit the Student Equity & Disability Services website for further information and contact details.
Learning outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the <a href="/staff/teaching-and-learning/graduate-attributes/">graduate attributes</a>.
| Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| Intellectual rigour | Demonstrate advanced and integrated understanding of a complex body of knowledge in osteopathy Investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts in osteopathic practice |
| Creativity | Develop innovative and creative responses to health problems and challenges within area of research and/or professional practiceDevelop innovative and creative responses to health problems and challenges within osteopathic practice |
| Ethical practice | Develop an understanding of health practice informed by ethical and legal principlesApply knowledge and skills with high level personal autonomy and accountability to fulfil primary health care responsibilities Apply osteopathic knowledge and skills with creativity and initiative in professional practice in a way that reflects osteopathic philosophy and scope of practice |
| Knowledge of a discipline | Communicate and demonstrate technical research skills to justify and interpret theoretical propositions, methodologies, conclusions and professional decisions to specialist and non-specialist audiencesDemonstrate knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to osteopathy and its professional practice |
| Lifelong learning | Demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge, an extended understanding of recent developments in osteopathy and its professional practice, and reflect critically on personal and professional osteopathic practice |
| Communication and social skills | Demonstrate person-oriented care and communicationDemonstrate professional relationships and behaviour with health care professionals from all disciplines |
| Cultural competence | Apply an understanding of health care provision that is informed by cultural awareness and cultural competence, an international perspective and respect for the rights of all personsDemonstrate an understanding of the physical, social, political, ecological and cultural influences on health and disease that impact health |
Institution
