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Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
124 La Trobe St, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Eligibility
Entry requirements and admissions You need to satisfy all of the following entry requirements to be considered for entry into this degree. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements Applicants must have completed the BP231OST Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Osteopathy) plan at RMIT University. Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification. English language requirements You must meet the University's minimum English language requirements to be eligible for a place in this course. The Osteopathy Board of Australia requires all applicants to demonstrate that they meet the Ahpra English Language Skills Registration Standard prior to entry to the course. Please refer to the Osteopathy Board of Australia website for further information on how to demonstrate the Standard and any conditions that apply. Most applicants for this course (MC284 Master of Clinical Osteopathy) will have already demonstrated that they meet the Standard as part of their application for the undergraduate course (BP231OST Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Osteopathy)). For MC284 applicants who were not previously asked for this, we will contact you with instructions on how you can demonstrate this as part of your application. You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this course. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements Applicants must have completed the BP231OST Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Osteopathy) plan at RMIT University. Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification. English language requirements To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests: IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 7.0 (with no individual band below 7.0) TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT) for Australia: minimum overall score of 94 (with minimum of 24 in Reading, 24 in Listening, 23 in Speaking and 27 in Writing) Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 65 (with no communication band less than 65) C1 Advanced: minimum of 185 with no less than 185 in any component. Note: RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing. For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information . Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English Language Pathways (Academic English) Advanced at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP). Additional information Expand all sections Inherent requirements Non-academic abilities you'll need to complete this course The following information outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional experience placement and on-campus learning activities. The non-academic abilities listed are provided for your information only and are not entry requirements. By understanding the types of activities you'll participate in, you can: understand more about the course determine if you may need support during your studies make an informed decision about whether the course is suitable for you. Adjustments If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there is a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities. Please contact the Equitable Learning Services (ELS) team to discuss any adjustments you may require. To receive learning adjustments, you need to register with ELS. If you are living with disability, long-term illness and/or a mental health condition, we can support you by making adjustments to activities in your course so that you can participate fully in your studies. The University considers the wellbeing and safety of all students, staff and the community to be a priority in academic and professional experience placement settings. View inherent requirements Immunisation and professional compliance requirements This course includes practical placement. If you are successful in obtaining a place in the course, you must meet a number of immunisation and compliance requirements upon commencement of your studies. Immunisation and vaccination requirements* Influenza Vaccination: is an annual requirement. Students will be guided as to the timing of obtaining this. COVID19 Vaccination*: Whilst it is no longer a requirement for students to have Covid-19 vaccinations to undertake placements in the RMIT Health Clinic, students who have had these vaccinations are encouraged to provide evidence. Students who have not had the vaccinations are required to acknowledge via an 'External Placement Declaration' that there may be limitations on the placements they will undertake without these. Compiance requirements Working with Children Check (valid for 5 years): Students must hold a valid Working with Children Check prior to undertaking the clinical components of this program. Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check: Students must present evidence of a successful Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check prior to undertaking the clinical components of this program (Annual requirement for the duration of your Program). Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Checks are conducted via fit2work. An account with fit2work will be created using the student’s name and the RMIT issued student email address, once studies in the program have commenced. Further information will be provided once enrolment has been completed. NDIS Worker Screening Check: You will be required to apply for and receive an acceptable NDIS Worker Screening Check . Further information will be provided once enrolment has been completed. First Aid: Students will be required to undertake First Aid training prior to undertaking professional placement as part of this program. Further information will be provided once enrolment has been completed. COVID19 Vaccination*: You will be required to undertake COVID19 Vaccination as part of this program. Further information will be provided once enrolment has been completed. Other requirements as advised on commencement of Program Note: All relevant screening and compliance check fees are at your own expense. For more information or if you have any questions about these requirements please contact RMIT Connect – Work and Study Opportunities where your enquiry will be dealt with accordingly.
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australasian Osteopathic Accreditation Council (AOAC)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
AOAC
Common Questions
For the Master of Clinical Osteopathy, postgraduate English language requirements apply. For the 2026 pilot, accepted test scores include IELTS (Academic) overall 6.5 (no band less than 6.0), TOEFL iBT overall 79, PTE (Academic) 58 (no communication band less than 50), or C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency 176 with no less than 169 in any component. Alternatively, applicants may demonstrate at least 2 years of professional work experience in an occupation requiring English language proficiency, supported by an employer statement.
Yes, for postgraduate coursework degrees including the Master of Clinical Osteopathy, applicants may meet the English language requirement by demonstrating at least 2 years of professional work experience in an occupation requiring English language proficiency. A supporting statement from your employer on official letterhead or company email is required, confirming that English is the language of business, the duration of employment, your roles and responsibilities, and other relevant details.
No, IELTS (General) is not accepted for admission into RMIT university programs. Only IELTS (Academic) or IELTS (Academic) One Skill Retake are accepted, with a minimum overall band of 6.5 and no individual band less than 6.0 for postgraduate degrees.
The page notes that for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Osteopathy), the Osteopathy Board of Australia requires all applicants (both domestic and international) to provide evidence of meeting the AHPRA English Language Skills Registration Standard prior to entry. Applicants to the Master of Clinical Osteopathy should refer to the AHPRA website for further information on relevant registration standards that may apply.
English language proficiency test scores are valid for 2 years from the test date. Tests that fall outside this validity period will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Additionally, RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing.
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