Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies)

No. To become a registered osteopath, successful completion of both the Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies) and the Southern Cross University Master of Osteopathic Medicine is required. The total time for both courses is 4.5 years.

Work Integrated Learning (WIL) provides students with about 320 hours of experience in the practice of safe and effective manual therapy and the application of a wide range of treatment and management plans. Clinical practice-based WIL is also undertaken at the Southern Cross University Health Clinic.

International applicants must meet a minimum IELTS overall score of 7.0, with minimum scores of 7.0 in Reading, Listening and Speaking, and 6.5 in Writing. Equivalent scores in OET, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, or Cambridge (C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency) are also accepted. Additionally, in order to register to practice, AHPRA's standards for English language must be met.

While SCU considers your current residential address when allocating placements, local placements are not guaranteed. You should be prepared to travel to your allocated placement, which may be outside your immediate local area. You will require access to reliable transport to complete shifts that may occur during mornings, afternoons, nights, and weekends. You are responsible for organising and covering any associated costs, including travel, accommodation, and related expenses. Before attending any placement, you must also meet mandatory compliance requirements such as immunisations, mask-fit testing, First Aid and CPR certification, and National Police Certificate checks.

The indicative annual tuition fee for international students studying at the Gold Coast campus is $26,000 (at $3,250 per unit), based on completing 8 units per year. Tuition fees are in Australian dollars and are subject to change, including annual increases over the duration of the course. In addition, students are required to pay OSHC for the duration of their visa in advance.