Course summary
This exciting and innovative degree programme teaches acupuncture in a contemporary framework and fully encompasses the concept of 'holism'. The course provides a comprehensive education and training in the principals and practice of acupuncture, the traditional way of understanding of the nature of illness, and the disciplines of anatomy, physiology, pathology, diagnosis and psychology. It is integrative in approach, linking traditional Chinese medicine with modern science and holism. Our teaching methods cover a mixture of theoretical study, reflection, and practical experience. The course is delivered by standard term time teaching in both the classroom and clinical setting, in combination with online seminars and occasional weekend study days. Our aim is to ensure that you become a competent and confident healthcare practitioner in acupuncture. Therapies such as Cupping, Moxibustion, Chinese massage, electric and ear acupuncture are all integrated parts of the course, and graduates are eligible to practice them. The course is accredited by the BAAB and BAcC and graduates are eligible to become members of BAcC or ATCM, the two largest professional bodies in UK governing the practice of acupuncture, directly after graduation.
Course details
Modules
Year 1 Chinese Medicine Theory Meridian and Acupuncture Point Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professional Practice Chinese Medicine Diagnostics Acupressure Massage Year 2 Syndrome and Pattern Treatment Pathophysiology for Acupuncture Research Methods Acupuncture Skills and Clinical Observation Differential Diagnosis for Acupuncture Year 3 Acupuncture Management of Common Diseases Acupuncture Management of Chronic Diseases Clinical Practice 1 Management of Professional Practice Independent Study Clinical Practice 2
Assessment method
There are typically 2-3 assessment tasks per module delivered. The assessment methods used throughout the programme include: Essay/report Written examinations Presentations The programme specification details the assessment strategy for each module, including the relevant task weightings.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- British Acupuncture Accreditation Board
- British Acupuncture Council
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
26Jan
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:
- B340
- Institution code:
- L42
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 and a minimum of 5.5 in each component |
Unistats information
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Student satisfaction
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £9500 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Tuition fees will remain unchanged for the duration of a student’s continuous enrolment.
Additional Course Costs
Uniform - approx. £35 (compulsory); DBS check - £47.80 (compulsory); Basic
first aid course - approx. £60 (compulsory); Towel approx. £5 (compulsory)
Additional compulsory course costs will be paid for using the Career Degree Bursary.
The Career Degree bursary was established in order to enhance our Higher Education students’ academic programme and support their studies - helping to make our students more employable, industry prepared and equipped for life as a graduate.
A bursary of £500 for full-time over the course of their programme to support any aspect of independent study or compulsory course specific costs.
In addition, course coordinators will be allocated an additional payment to spend each academic year on enhancements that will support the development of employability skills and progression to graduate level employment.
Students who wish to access opportunities in excess of the Career Degree Bursary may do so at full cost to themselves.
*It cannot be substituted for cash, fee waiver or in-kind support funds
Please see the full ‘HE Terms and Conditions’ for details of additional library and printing costs associated with this programme.
Sponsorship information
Additional compulsory course costs will be paid for using the Career Degree Bursary. The Career Degree bursary was established in order to enhance our Higher Education students’ academic programme and support their studies - helping to make our students more employable, industry prepared and equipped for life as a graduate. A bursary of £500 for full-time over the course of their programme to support any aspect of independent study or compulsory course specific costs. In addition, course coordinators will be allocated an additional payment to spend each academic year on enhancements that will support the development of employability skills and progression to graduate level employment. Students who wish to access opportunities in excess of the Career Degree Bursary may do so at full cost to themselves. *It cannot be substituted for cash, fee waiver or in-kind support funds Please see the full ‘HE Terms and Conditions’ for details of additional library and printing costs associated with this programme.
Provider information
Lincoln College
Monks Road
Lincoln
LN2 5HQ