Graduate Diploma of Chiropractic Science
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Overview
This program is part of a combined number of degrees which, together, lead to entry into the Master of Chiropractic, which is the professional degree for licensure as a chiropractic. The Graduate Diploma prepares students for entry into the professional Master of Chiropractic degree by building on undergraduate basic science knowledge with studies in the fields of neuropathology, musculoskeletal pathology and radiography. It also prepares students for entry into the clinical Masters program by studies in basic chiropractic science and technique.
Key features
- Key features of the program include: development of psychomotor skills, problem based clinical studies, applied anatomy and clinical pathology.
Minimum course duration
1 year full-time or equivalent part-time
Location
North Ryde
Suitable for
Graduates of human or health science degrees with substantial studies in anatomy and physiology wanting to enter the Master of Chiropractic program.
Course fee
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Entry requirements
Bachelor degree with relevant major.
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
No work experience required.
What you will study
| General requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points | 24 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 300 to 500 level | 12 |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Specific requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this graduate diploma
| 100 level | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | CHIR211 | Chiropractic 1 | 6 | ||
| Required | CHIR311 | Chiropractic 2 | 6 | ||
| Required | HLTH304 | Radiographic Physics, Practice and Protection | 3 | ||
| Required | HLTH311 | Special Interest Seminar | 3 | ||
| Required | HLTH317 | Principles in Health and Disease 3 | 3 | ||
| Required | HLTH333 | Clinical Diagnosis | 3 | ||
| Total credit points required to satisfy this graduate diploma | 24 | ||||
Notes
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
Once graduates complete the Master of Chiropractic program they are fully qualified chiropractors who can work in a number of areas including:
- private practice
- chiropractic sports medicine
- occupational health and safety
- rehabilitation
- consultancies in allied health areas
The majority of chiropractors are in private practice. Other opportunities include positions in teaching and research in health-care related fields.


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