Future Students

Chiropractic

The Area of Study

The Bachelor of Chiropractic Science aims to teach a wide range of chiropractic diagnostic and manipulative skills on a background of anatomical, physiological and biomedical science studies. It is a prescribed program which provides a strong scientific foundation and includes units in anatomy and physiology, microbiology, histology and pathology.

The Bachelor of Chiropractic Science is designed to provide the prerequisite academic background to enable students to apply for entry into the Master of Chiropractic, which is required for professional registration. The bachelor degree program would also provide a good basis for students who are interested in pursuing a career in health care fields, particularly areas requiring scientific and diagnostic knowledge.

The Master of Chiropractic provides the necessary qualification for registration with the Australian Chiropractic Registration Board.

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Degree Program Information

Degree UAI 2008 CSP Course duration
Bachelor of Chiropractic Science 75.65 3 years full-time/ equivalent part-time


To gain accreditation with the Australian Chiropractic Registration Boards you must also undertake the following postgraduate qualification

Degree Course duration
Master of Chiropractic 2 years full-time

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What You Will Study

You must complete a program of study (major) in Chiropractic. Your program of study may include units from the subject areas listed below:

  • chiropractic science
  • anatomy and physiology
  • biology (biochemistry)
  • chemistry
  • histology
  • medical microbiology
  • pathology
  • physics and research methodology

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Recommended Prior Knowledge

HSC Mathematics (Band 2), Chemistry (Band 3), Biology (Band 2) and Physics, or their equivalents, are recommended studies for chiropractic units. Other units taken as part of a degree may require assumed knowledge, prerequisites or recommended studies and you should refer to the Macquarie University Handbook of Undergraduate Studies for full degree requirements.

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Accreditation and Registration

Completing a Bachelor of Chiropractic Science plus the Master of Chiropractic will satisfy professional registration board and accreditation bodies. A chiropractic qualification gained at Macquarie University is internationally recognised and accredited by both the profession and the Australian Department of Health and Aging.

The Chiropractors’ Association of Australia (CAA) provides professional support for its members and represents the profession in various national and international forums.

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Career Options

  • private practice
  • research and teaching
  • consultancies in allied health areas
  • chiropractic sports medicine
  • rehabilitation
  • health insurance assessment
  • medico-legal advising
  • occupational health and safety

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Some Major Employers

The majority of chiropractors are self employed in private practice.

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Further information

Department of Chiropractic
Macquarie University NSW 2109
Telephone:  (02) 9850 9386
Fax: (02) 9850 9389
Email:  chiropractic@mq.edu.au
Web:  www.chiro.mq.edu.au

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