Course summary
The Master of Osteopathic Medicine (MOst) is a dynamic programme taught by expert and enthusiastic staff, and will provide you with the understanding and skill required for success as a practicing osteopath. The programme is validated by LSBU and delivered by Nescot. You have the opportunity to study at masters level in year 4 and complete a clinically focused research project. The programme is recognised by the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) and on successful completion you will be eligible to register as an osteopath with the GOsC. Why study Osteopathic Medicine at LSBU? The course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills required for professional osteopathic practice and life-long learning. Each year you will have a dedicated tutor who is responsible for overseeing your learning experience and who is available for pastoral as well as academic support. Small cohort sizes of approximately 10 allow opportunity for personalised teaching both in the lecture room and student clinic. Teaching typically runs over three days and therefore allows you to manage your time effectively and efficiently. You will gain 1000 hours of clinical training which is delivered on campus in our modern and bespoke training clinic. LSBU Health and Social Care graduates are the second highest paid amongst all London Modern university graduates, and the sixth highest in the UK one year after graduating (DfE LEO data 2022).
Entry requirements
Applicants to this course will need to meet the following entry criteria (or recognised equivalents). A levels: 112 UCAS Tariff points, including science based subjects BTEC: 112 UCAS Tariff points, in science-based subjects Access Diploma: Pass with 60 credits (Science based) An Honours degree (minimum 2:2 classification) A foundation degree in a professional relevant subject Plus: GCSE (A*-C): minimum of five subjects including Mathematics and English Language. We will consider a range of alternative qualifications or experience that is equivalent to the typical offer. Applications from international students with equivalent qualifications are welcome. A minimum IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with no element below 5.5, or equivalent is required for those for whom English is not their first language. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance is required. All applicants must be 18 years or over at the commencement of the course. Foundation Year If you have been out of study for a considerable amount of time or have slightly missed the entry requirements this course, you can take your first steps to becoming a registered practitioner with our Health and Social Care Foundation year. Boost your qualifications and confidence for further study with this one-year introductory course and on completion of this course you will be guaranteed entry on to one of our 13 health BSc pre-registration health and social care degrees. Advanced Entry Applicants who have studied in a related area and/or have relevant professional experience may be able to apply for advanced entry via our recognition of prior learning (RPL) policy. If you would like to apply for RPL please see our policy in the link below.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
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Provider information
London South Bank University
103 Borough Road
Southwark
SE1 0AA