Course summary
Course overview: Chiropractic is a healthcare profession concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the effects of these disorders on the function of the nervous system and general health. You develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours which will enable you to deliver high levels of patient care in a safe and competent manner. A mix of theory and practical-based modules develop the required knowledge base and practical skills required to be a chiropractor. You undertake several clinical placements throughout the course, including spending time in chiropractic practices throughout the North East of England. Top reasons to study this course 1. Chiropractic is an internationally recognised growing profession offering global career opportunities. 2. State-of-the art chiropractic lab space to support the development of your practical skills 3. On successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to apply for registration as a chiropractor with the General Chiropractic Council. After the course: This course is designed to prepare you to become a registered chiropractor with the General Chiropractic Council. Career opportunities within the profession are varied and could include you working in a clinic as an associate chiropractor or even starting your own practice. Careers in research and academia also could be of interest.
Modules
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Assessment method
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Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- General Chiropractic Council
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B320
- Institution code:
- T20
- Campus name:
- Teesside University
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 128 - 144 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
Scottish Advanced Higher
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
All students will have an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check, as students work with vulnerable groups as part of the course. Students are also required to have an occupational health screening prior to commencement on the course.
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Interview
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
EU | £17000 | Year 1 |
International | £17000 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Teesside University, Middlesbrough
Teesside University
Middlesbrough
Tees Valley
TS1 3BX
Clearing contact details
Clearing
Additional information
UK students - Clearing line opening times: Monday to Friday - 9.30am until 4.00pm. For courses at our Middlesbrough campus call 01642 738400 or visit www.tees.ac.uk/clearing to complete our online enquiry form, or for courses at our London campus call 0203 9609333 or visit www.tees.ac.uk/london/study/clearing.cfm to complete our online enquiry form. International students - if you have already obtained your qualifications and achieved your grades, use the relevant link (from above - Middlesbrough or London campus) to register your details with us - you must upload all requested documents to the enquiry form.