Osteopathy is a holistic discipline focusing on the overall health of a patient by treating the musculoskeletal system. In the Bachelor of Health Science/Bachelor of Applied Science (Osteopathy), you'll be trained in diagnosis, how to take full case histories and how to perform conventional medical tests. You'll learn the skills of palpation and motion testing for diagnosis. Osteopaths make treatment decisions that depend on the patients as well as their condition. They might give advice on posture, exercise, lifting procedures, nutrition and other areas.

There is a high demand for osteopaths in Australasia and elsewhere. Graduates are primarily employed or self-employed in private osteopathic clinics or multidisciplinary clinics. Professional recognition and accreditation Accreditation for the new program is pending. Subject to continuing accreditation, graduates can apply to the Osteopathy Board of Australia for osteopath registration. Applicants should note that the Osteopathy Board of Australia has determined all applicants for registration must have English language skills at IELTS academic level 7 or the equivalent within the two years preceding registration.