MOst Osteopathy at Swansea University

Programme overview

Four-year integrated Master of Osteopathy (MOst) at Singleton Park Campus giving the knowledge, skills and clinical experience to become a registered osteopath, diagnosing and treating health issues through manual therapy, exercise, rehabilitation and advice. Study combines anatomy, physiology, pathology and the psychology of pain with extensive clinical practice.

What you will study

Modules include Osteopathic Skills 1-6, Anatomy and Physiology 1-2, Pathophysiology and Therapeutics 1-2, Clinical Biomechanics and Imaging, Applied Psychology and Sociology for Health Care, Introduction to and Applying Evidence Based Practice, business management for health care, a Dissertation and Autonomous Osteopathic Practice.

Career pathways

Graduates work as self-employed osteopaths, associates in established clinics or in their own practices, in multidisciplinary healthcare settings, and in a smaller number of cases in research, education, the NHS or service development.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer BBB at A level or Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales including at least one A level in Biological Science, Physical Education or Psychology; Access to HE 27 Distinctions, 15 Merits, 3 Passes; BTEC DDD; International Baccalaureate 32; Irish Leaving Certificate 360. GCSE profile of at least five passes at A*-C (9-4) including Welsh or English Language, Maths and Science. Recent, relevant study within the last five years, a satisfactory educational reference and an interview are required. Offers are conditional on an enhanced DBS check and occupational health check. International applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK (home) tuition fee for the first year of study; may increase in later years in line with the Welsh Government regulated maximum. Source

International applicants: GBP 20,050 a year (2026/27). International tuition fee for the first year of study. Source

Intake: September 2026; September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time

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