MC284 - Master of Clinical Osteopathy
Plan: MC284 - Master of Clinical Osteopathy
Campus: Bundoora Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Master of Clinical Osteopathy
Award abbreviation: MClinOsteo
Total credit points: 192
Career: PGRD
Duration: 2 years full-time
Location: Bundoora Campus
Owning school: Health and Biomedical Sciences (173H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/health-and-biomedical-sciences
ASCED code: 061705
CRICOS code: 116509G
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The objective of the program MC284 Master of Clinical Osteopathy is to produce graduates with the knowledge and clinical skills to undertake general osteopathic practice safely and competently. The program has been designed to align with the Australasian Osteopathic Accreditation Council education standards and builds on the foundational knowledge and skills you will have developed as part of your RMIT BP231OST Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Osteopathy) degree. It integrates theory and clinical sciences with clinical skills and application in a two-year, sequenced course structure. Graduates of the MC284 Master of Clinical Osteopathy program will be able to register as Osteopaths with the Australian Health Practicioner Agency (AHPRA).
You will be exposed to both real life and simulated clinical scenarios through the program, allowing you the opportunity to explore, integrate, and apply academic and practical knowledge. This activity is facilitated, supervised, and assessed by AHPRA Osteopathy Board of Australia registered practitioners. Work integrated learning opportunities are provided via the RMIT Health Sciences Clinic and/or similar clinical facilities. The capstone course REHA2264 Osteopathic Professional Practice Portfolio, undertaken in Semester 2 of your final year of study, prepares you for your transition to professional life, and is a culmination of prior osteopathic academic, clinical, and professional learning and experience.
Courses within the program utilise a mix of delivery modes including face-to-face, online and a combination of both. Whilst most courses in the program are delivered on-campus, others are delivered online, providing a flexible learning approach. Enrolment in the program is full-time only and requires on-campus attendance.
The program provides a basis for further education and research in health-related fields.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Articulation
Graduates of the RMIT Program BP231OST Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Osteopathy) are guaranteed entry into MC284 Master of Clinical Osteopathy. You must have completed the BP231OST Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Osteopathy) plan to gain entry into MC284 Master of Clinical Osteopathy.
Pathway
Pathways refer to related programs for which you may be eligible once you have graduated from your current program. As a successful graduate of this program, you may (upon application) be eligible to proceed to a PhD. Acceptance into these programs would be subject to each programs' entry requirements.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Program entry requirements
You must have completed RMIT Program BP231OST Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Osteopathy) plan to gain entry into the MC284 Master of Clinical Osteopathy.
English language requirements
To ensure alignment with the Australasian Osteopathic Accreditation Council education standards all applicants (both domestic and international) are required to meet the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) English Language Skills Registration Standard prior to entry into the program.
To be eligible to register with the Osteopathy Board of Australia, all students will be required to provide evidence of English language competence, e.g. minimum IELTS score of 7.0 in each of the four bands, successful completion of this program and at least two (2) years of secondary education taught and assessed solely in English etc.
Applicants should refer to the AHPRA English Language Skills Registration Standard for further information: https://www.ahpra.gov.au/Registration/Registration-Standards/English-language-skills.aspx
All Successful Applicants
All students will be registered as osteopathic students with the Osteopathy Board of Australia.
You will be required to meet a number of Immunisation and Compliance requirements as listed in Work Integrated Learning section and in the program's Inherent Requirements.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
Accreditation
The Master of Clinical Osteopathy is accredited by the Australian Osteopathic Accreditation Council (AOAC). Upon successful completion of both the BP231OST Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Osteopathy) and MC284 Master of Clinical Osteopathy programs at RMIT, graduates can apply for registration to the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency's (Ahpra) Osteopathy Board of Australia (OsteoBA) as a registered Osteopath in Australia.
When applying for registration, in addition to completing this program, graduates will need to meet all registration standards set by the OsteoBA. Refer to the OsteoBA Registration Standards for further information.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Resources available from the Library
RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study space. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resources including course related material, books, e-books, journals and databases.
One-on-one study support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, referencing, maths and study skills. To contact Library staff for help, phone, email or chat via the Ask the Library service.
For recommended texts and databases relevant to the Osteopathy discipline, refer to
https://rmit.libguides.com/biomedical-health-and-nursing
https://rmit.libguides.com/osteopathy
Find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.
IT and Wireless
If you have a laptop or other wireless-enabled device you can connect to RMIT’s fast Wi-Fi. While on campus, no matter how you work or where you work, you’re able to connect, collaborate and create using this secure network. In addition, with myDesktop, you can access your RMIT desktop and applications from home or wherever you have an internet connection.
Online learning tools and content
As a student in this program you may access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses from the student portal https://www.rmit.edu.au/students.
Learning services available to you as a student at RMIT
RMIT provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals. Services are available face-to-face and online assisting with:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
- enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You can find more information at: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/indigenous.
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