Diploma Medicine & Health Sciences Full Time

Diploma of Osteopathic Studies

at Victoria University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

099053B

CRICOS provider code

00124K

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

1 year

Tuition (whole course)

A$30,600 total

Per year

A$30,600/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Diploma of Osteopathic Studies at Victoria University introduces students to the core concepts and principles of osteopathy, focusing on human anatomy, physiology, and the osteopathic approach to health care. Over the course of one year full-time study, you’ll complete a series of foundational units, gaining a strong understanding of osteopathic philosophy, musculoskeletal function, and safe practice in healthcare settings. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for further study towards a professional qualification in osteopathy.

Australian diplomas are usually structured as a set number of units, each contributing credit points toward completion. At Victoria University, you undertake units that cover both theory and practical skills, with an emphasis on clinical reasoning, evidence-informed practice, and communication. This diploma does not qualify graduates to practise as an osteopath in Australia but provides a pathway into the Bachelor of Science (Osteopathy) and, eventually, the Master of Health Science (Osteopathy), which are required for registration.

Some units may include practical sessions or small-scale observational placements to orient you to the healthcare environment, though the focus remains introductory. Students develop foundational knowledge, academic skills, and professional behaviours valued in healthcare. This course suits school-leavers, mature students looking for a pathway into allied health, or those interested in osteopathy before committing to full undergraduate study.

The diploma is an entry point within the Australian Qualifications Framework and aligns with university-level study. International students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during sessions. Students intending to continue towards professional practice should confirm credit transfer arrangements and English entry standards on the official Victoria University or CRICOS page.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Healthcare assistant roles in clinical settings
Support roles in allied health practices
Pathway to further study in osteopathy or health sciences
Administration roles in medical and health-related organisations

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Diploma of Osteopathic Studies at Victoria University?

It typically takes 1 year, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$30,600 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Healthcare assistant roles in clinical settingsSupport roles in allied health practicesPathway to further study in osteopathy or health sciencesAdministration roles in medical and health-related organisations

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