Master of Clinical Osteopathy

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.