Masters (Coursework)
This course will equip you with the knowledge and diagnostic skills to confidently begin your osteopathy career.
VU offers one of only three accredited osteopathy programs in Australia. This masters follows on from the Bachelor of Science (Osteopathy). Together, the courses provide eligibility for registration to practice as an osteopath.
Our highly regarded course has an extensive work-experience program, with hands-on practice at our professional clinics.
You'll graduate skilled in formulating suitable and safe treatment programs, including soft-tissue techniques, joint mobilisation and exercise rehabilitation. You'll have the diagnostic skills and graduate capabilities for osteopathic practice required by primary healthcare practitioners.
Our Masters of Health Science (Osteopathy) qualifies you to register as a practising osteopath.
Many osteopaths have their own private practice. Osteopaths can work in a variety of healthcare settings:
See the average salary for osteopaths in Australia via Labour Market Insights.
To attain the Master of Health Science (Osteopathy), students will be required to complete 144 credit points in total consisting of Core Studies.
Use our credit calculator to find out how much credit you could get towards your course, based on your previous study.
If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for advanced standing.
Applications for advanced standing can be made after a discussion with your course chair or academic adviser.