MOST OSTEOPATHY
Attendance:Full-time
UCAS Code: B311
Start Date: September
Length of Study: 48 Months
Main Location: City Campus
Your Course
Modules
Your Future
Entry Requirements
Fees & Funding
Your Course
About Your Course
Osteopathy is a system of diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of medical conditions. It works with the structure and function of the body, and is based on the principle that the well-being of an individual depends on the skeleton, muscles, ligaments and connective tissues functioning smoothly together. Osteopaths work
to restore bodies to a state of balance. This course prepares you for practice as an osteopath and your study will include a broad range of foundations in anatomy, physiology and sciences.
to restore bodies to a state of balance. This course prepares you for practice as an osteopath and your study will include a broad range of foundations in anatomy, physiology and sciences.
Modules
Modules
Core modules include:
Functional Anatomy & Clinical Biomechanics
To further develop students understanding of the biomechanical aspects of human functioning and gain an appreciation of the complexities of human movement and neuro-physiological control.Practical Osteopathic Knowledge
This module will provide on-going opportunities for students to continue to develop a high standard of palpation; to continue to explore the selection, use, intent and modification of a wide range of osteopathic techniques to meet the identified treatment needs of individual patients; to consolidate the characteristics of reflective practice and especially the sensory knowledge as a foundation for sensitive and effective patient handling.
Please note this list is not exhaustive and modules may change from time to time.
Programme Specification
Your Future
Opportunities
Our MOst course incorporates undergraduate with postgraduate study in four years. Most osteopathy courses are taught in smaller institutions, however as a student at Leeds Metropolitan you will benefit from wider university life. You learn in our multi-disciplinary clinic, giving you good hands-on clinical experience. External placements are also available to give you a broader view of practice. Being a small cohort this course offers you lots of personal tutor contact and uses problem based learning methods.
Future Career
On this vocational course you will develop employability skills and your personal and professional development portfolio. Most osteopaths are self employed and you will be prepared for this by studying a business and financial module in your final year. Employers are invited in to give you a broader view of healthcare and to show you examples of different experiences of working in the NHS. This course will give you professional recognition with the General Osteopathic Council.
Additional Information
Illustrative Modules
- Problem-Based Learning
- Practical Osteopathic Knowledge
- Introduction to Anatomy
- Physiology
- Problem-Based Learning
- Practical Osteopathic Knowledge
- Introduction to Anatomy
- Physiology
Jobs & Careers
Jobs & Careers is a service offering our students impartial advice. We can help you make decisions on your career and recognise and develop your employability skills. We also offer an employment service with part-time student opportunities and graduate jobs. Find out more at www.leedsmet.ac.uk/careers
Entry Requirements
UK & EU Entry Requirements 2012
Attendance:Full-time
Full-time
UCAS Tariff Points: 240 points required. (Minimum of 200 points from A levels or equivalent awards including 80 points from a Biological science. The Biology requirement may be lowered to 60 points if a related subject, for example Chemistry or Physics, has also been taken at A level).
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
Additional Requirements: GCSE grade C or above in Maths & English Language, and grade CC or above in Science, along with grade C or above in at least 2 other subjects.
Scottish Qualifications - minimum of 240 points with at least 200 points from Advanced Highers including at least 80 points in a biological science.
Irish Leaving Certificate - 240 points with at least 200 points at grade C2 or above, including Biology at grade A2.
Your personal statement should show:
Evidence of knowledge of Osteopathy and of the work of an Osteopath;
Evidence of good communication skills;
Evidence of an ability to empathise with others;
Evidence of an ability to work independently and with others;
Evidence of an ability to solve problems.
Satisfactory health and pre-entry criminal history checks will be required prior to acceptance on the course.
Scottish Qualifications - minimum of 240 points with at least 200 points from Advanced Highers including at least 80 points in a biological science.
Irish Leaving Certificate - 240 points with at least 200 points at grade C2 or above, including Biology at grade A2.
Your personal statement should show:
Evidence of knowledge of Osteopathy and of the work of an Osteopath;
Evidence of good communication skills;
Evidence of an ability to empathise with others;
Evidence of an ability to work independently and with others;
Evidence of an ability to solve problems.
Satisfactory health and pre-entry criminal history checks will be required prior to acceptance on the course.
International Baccalaureate: Minimum 24 (including 5 from higher level Biology) Points
Further UK & EU Information
Advanced Diploma
We welcome applications from those studying the Advanced Diploma qualifications and will consider them as an entry requirement for our undergraduate courses. Requirements for individual courses may vary, and specific subjects and grades may be required. Please contact our Admissions Office for more information.
Getting Advice
If you have few or no formal qualifications, you may benefit from a free, confidential and impartial session with one of our Education Guidance team to discuss your options. To find out more, visit our Education Guidance pages.
Mature Students
Our University welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. We usually require some evidence of recent academic study, for example completion of an access course, however relevant work and life experience may also be considered. To find out more, visit our Education Guidance pages.
We welcome applications from those studying the Advanced Diploma qualifications and will consider them as an entry requirement for our undergraduate courses. Requirements for individual courses may vary, and specific subjects and grades may be required. Please contact our Admissions Office for more information.
Getting Advice
If you have few or no formal qualifications, you may benefit from a free, confidential and impartial session with one of our Education Guidance team to discuss your options. To find out more, visit our Education Guidance pages.
Mature Students
Our University welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. We usually require some evidence of recent academic study, for example completion of an access course, however relevant work and life experience may also be considered. To find out more, visit our Education Guidance pages.
International Entry Requirements 2012
Attendance:Full-time
Full-time
English Language Requirement (IELTS):The English requirement for this course is IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5 or equivalent.
UCAS Tariff Points: 240 points required. (Minimum of 200 points from A levels or equivalent awards including 80 points from a Biological science. The Biology requirement may be lowered to 60 points if a related subject, for example Chemistry or Physics, has also been taken at A level).
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
Additional Requirements: GCSE grade C or above in Maths & English Language, and grade CC or above in Science, along with grade C or above in at least 2 other subjects.
Scottish Qualifications - minimum of 240 points with at least 200 points from Advanced Highers including at least 80 points in a biological science.
Irish Leaving Certificate - 240 points with at least 200 points at grade C2 or above, including Biology at grade A2.
Your personal statement should show:
Evidence of knowledge of Osteopathy and of the work of an Osteopath;
Evidence of good communication skills;
Evidence of an ability to empathise with others;
Evidence of an ability to work independently and with others;
Evidence of an ability to solve problems.
Satisfactory health and pre-entry criminal history checks will be required prior to acceptance on the course.
Scottish Qualifications - minimum of 240 points with at least 200 points from Advanced Highers including at least 80 points in a biological science.
Irish Leaving Certificate - 240 points with at least 200 points at grade C2 or above, including Biology at grade A2.
Your personal statement should show:
Evidence of knowledge of Osteopathy and of the work of an Osteopath;
Evidence of good communication skills;
Evidence of an ability to empathise with others;
Evidence of an ability to work independently and with others;
Evidence of an ability to solve problems.
Satisfactory health and pre-entry criminal history checks will be required prior to acceptance on the course.
International Baccalaureate: Minimum 24 (including 5 from higher level Biology) Points
Further International Information
Verify your qualifications
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Check your qualifications here.
Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses here.
More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get ALL of the answers you need.
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Check your qualifications here.
Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses here.
More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get ALL of the answers you need.
UK & EU Entry Requirements 2011
Attendance:Full-time
Full-time
UCAS Tariff Points: 240
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
Min. from 6/12/18 unit awards (incl. SQA Adv. Higher): Applicants offering post GCSE qualifications, will normally have or are predicted to achieve 240 tariff points with at least 200 points from 6/12/18 unit awards and 80 points from a biological science (or equivalent). The biology requirement may be lowered to 60 points if a related subject, for example Chemistry or Physics, has also been taken at A level.
Non-Tariff qualifications: International Baccalaureate - minimum 24 points including 5 from higher level biology. Certificated qualifications equivalent to those outlined plus IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5, or equivalent English qualification.
Details: GCSE grade C in Maths & English, or equivilant. GCSE grade CC in science. Satisfactory health and pre-entry criminal history checks will be required prior to acceptance on the course. You will be required to attend an interview as part of the selection process.
International Baccalaureate - minimum 24 points including 5 from higher level biology. Certificated qualifications equivalent to those outlined plus IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5, or equivalent English qualification.
International Baccalaureate - minimum 24 points including 5 from higher level biology. Certificated qualifications equivalent to those outlined plus IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5, or equivalent English qualification.
Further UK & EU Information
Advanced Diploma
We welcome applications from those studying the Advanced Diploma qualifications and will consider them as an entry requirement for our undergraduate courses. Requirements for individual courses may vary, and specific subjects and grades may be required. Please contact our Admissions Office for more information.
Getting Advice
If you have few or no formal qualifications, you may benefit from a free, confidential and impartial session with one of our Education Guidance team to discuss your options. To find out more, visit our Education Guidance pages.
Mature Students
Our University welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. We usually require some evidence of recent academic study, for example completion of an access course, however relevant work and life experience may also be considered. To find out more, visit our Education Guidance pages.
We welcome applications from those studying the Advanced Diploma qualifications and will consider them as an entry requirement for our undergraduate courses. Requirements for individual courses may vary, and specific subjects and grades may be required. Please contact our Admissions Office for more information.
Getting Advice
If you have few or no formal qualifications, you may benefit from a free, confidential and impartial session with one of our Education Guidance team to discuss your options. To find out more, visit our Education Guidance pages.
Mature Students
Our University welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. We usually require some evidence of recent academic study, for example completion of an access course, however relevant work and life experience may also be considered. To find out more, visit our Education Guidance pages.
International Entry Requirements 2011
Attendance:Full-time
Full-time
English Language Requirement (IELTS):The English requirement for this course is IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5 or equivalent.
UCAS Tariff Points: 240 points required. (Minimum Applicants offering post GCSE qualifications, will normally have or are predicted to achieve 240 tariff points with at least 200 points from 6/12/18 unit awards and 80 points from a biological science (or equivalent). The biology requirement may be lowered to 60 points if a related subject, for example Chemistry or Physics, has also been taken at A level.).
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
Additional Requirements: International Baccalaureate - minimum 24 points including 5 from higher level biology. Certificated qualifications equivalent to those outlined plus IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5, or equivalent English qualification.
Further International Information
Verify your qualifications
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Check your qualifications here.
Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses here.
More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get ALL of the answers you need.
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Check your qualifications here.
Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses here.
More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get ALL of the answers you need.
Interviews
Applicants to this course are expected to attend an interview as part of the selection process.
Fees & Funding
UK & EU Fees Entry 2012
Full-time
Full-time, year one typically £8,500
Additional Fees
Year Not Applicable: Summer Clinics (Compulsory)
Year Not Applicable: Summer Clinics (Compulsory)
Fee Information
Our University's Board of Governors has agreed to set fees at £8,500 for full-time undergraduates starting in 2012.
There are no upfront fees for students. You will only start repaying tuition fees after you have graduated and once you are earning £21,000 or more. We also know that the repayments will be fixed at 9% of salary above £21,000. Therefore for someone earning £30,000 after graduation the repayment would be £67.50 per month.
| SALARY | MONTHLY PAYMENT | |
| £25,000 | £30.00 | |
| £30,000 | £67.50 | |
| £35,000 | £105.00 | |
| £40,000 | £142.50 | |
| £45,000 | £180.00 | |
| £50,000 | £217.50 | |
| £55,000 | £255.00 | |
| £60,000 | £292.00 |
Please refer to Questions & Answers on our new fees for further information.
National Scholarship Programme
If your household income is less than £25,000 a year you may be able to find help through the new £150m National
Scholarship Programme. This is a scheme that is being introduced to help people from low income families wanting
to go to university in 2012. The government has set national eligibility criteria based on household income, and
each university has designed its own scholarship scheme with extra criteria.
For more information click here.
Changes to fees
The information provided is accurate at the time of publication. Please note that all fees listed are subject to change and are likely to increase in subsequent years.
Channel Islands and the Isle of Man
If you are an applicant from the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man fees may differ.
International Fees Entry 2012
Full-time
Full-time, 2012-13 entrants £11,000
Additional Fees
Year Not Applicable: Summer Clinics (Compulsory)
Year Not Applicable: Summer Clinics (Compulsory)
The fee will be fixed at this level for each year of your course.
You may be eligible for a scholarship or discount please click the links below for further information about fees and funding.
The information provided is accurate at the time of publication.
You may be eligible for a scholarship or discount please click the links below for further information about fees and funding.
The information provided is accurate at the time of publication.
Click each of these questions to discover all you need to know about fees and funding:
What is my fee status?
Am I entitled to any discounts?
What scholarships are available?
How do I pay my fees?
What is my fee status?
Am I entitled to any discounts?
What scholarships are available?
How do I pay my fees?
UK & EU Fees Entry 2011
Full-time
Full-time, year one typically £3,375
Additional Fees
Year Not Applicable: Summer Clinics (Compulsory)
Year Not Applicable: Summer Clinics (Compulsory)
Equivalent or Lower Qualification (ELQ) Students
Higher fees apply for ELQ students. You may be an ELQ student if you already have a BA/BSc and want to enrol on another
Bachelors level course; if you already have an MA/MSc and want to enrol on a Bachelors level course OR if you already
have an MA/MSc and want to enrol on another taught Masters level course.
If you think you may be categorised as studying for an ELQ, you are advised to contact our Admissions Office.
Leeds Metropolitan Bursary
Our Leeds Metropolitan Bursary is open to all full-time undergraduate students who pay annual
tuition fees in full and receive the full Higher Education Maintenance Grant.
Bursaries currently stand at £500 for the first year of study, £800 for the second and £1,000
for the third and subsequent years of study. They are paid in full in February each year.
You can apply online for loans, grants and bursaries by visiting
Student Finance Direct.
If you meet the criteria your bursary will be paid automatically, however you must remember to
consent to share your information with us when you make your application.
Changes to fees
The information provided is accurate at the time of publication. Please note that all fees listed are subject to change and are likely to increase in subsequent years.
Channel Islands and the Isle of Man
If you are an applicant from the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man fees may differ.
International Fees Entry 2011
Full-time
Full-time, year one typically £10,500
Additional Fees
Year Not Applicable: Summer Clinics (Compulsory)
Year Not Applicable: Summer Clinics (Compulsory)
Equivalent or Lower Qualification (ELQ) Students
Higher fees apply for ELQ students. You may be an ELQ student if you already have a BA/BSc and want to enrol on another
Bachelors level course; if you already have an MA/MSc and want to enrol on a Bachelors level course OR if you already
have an MA/MSc and want to enrol on another taught Masters level course.
If you think you may be categorised as studying for an ELQ, you are advised to contact our Admissions Office.
Changes to fees
The information provided is accurate at the time of publication. Please note that all fees listed are subject to change and are likely to increase in subsequent years.
Click each of these questions to discover all you need to know about fees and funding:
What is my fee status?
Am I entitled to any discounts?
What scholarships are available?
How do I pay my fees?
What is my fee status?
Am I entitled to any discounts?
What scholarships are available?
How do I pay my fees?
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