Macquarie University

Course Details

Bachelor of Chiropractic Science

Course Description

Join Australia's most established and respected chiropractic school. The Bachelor of Chiropractic Science offers fundamental health science training, teaching a wide range of diagnostic and chiropractic manipulative skills in the context of anatomical, physiological and biomedical sciences. It provides the prerequisite academic background to enable you to apply for entry into the Master of Chiropractic, which is required for professional registration within Australia. Chiropractic is one of the largest primary health professions today. Chiropractors recognise the importance of body structures and how they affect our health. They use a range of diagnostic tools including patient interviews, physical examination and X-rays. Using spinal adjustments, manipulation and other physical means, chiropractors aim to improve neuromusculoskeletal function and reduce associated pain.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
3year

Career outcomes

The majority of chiropractors are self employed in private practice. Other opportunities include positions in teaching and research in health care related fields.

Bachelor of Chiropractic Science Macquarie University