Bachelor of Science (Chiropractic)

CQUniversity Australia

Australia, Rockhampton

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CQUniversity Australia

Australia , Rockhampton

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

075757A

Campuses

Brisbane

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 40,500 / year

Next Intake March-2026

Bachelor of Science (Chiropractic)

About

Overview

Study the Bachelor of Science (Chiropractic) and equip yourself with skills that will kick-start your journey towards a career as a Chiropractor.

The Bachelor of Science (Chiropractic) is an evidence-based degree designed to provide you with the qualification needed to apply to enter the professional qualification, the Master of Clinical Chiropractic.

Graduation from the Master of Clinical Chiropractic course renders you eligible to apply for registration as a chiropractor in Australia and overseas.

During your studies, you will develop clinical skills to become confident in the diagnosis and management of patients presenting for care. You will learn the history, philosophy, principles and theories of chiropractic from a contemporary perspective.

The course has a strong focus on nutrition, rehabilitation and other lifestyle adaptations designed to optimise musculoskeletal health. Within a patient-centred learning environment, you will develop a range of patient assessment procedures and therapeutic approaches designed to manage common musculoskeletal issues.

Within a patient-centred learning environment, you will develop a range of spinal and patient assessment procedures and basic therapeutic approaches to common musculoskeletal issues such as low back pain, neck and shoulder pain, and headache.

Learn within Australia's newest state-of-the-art chiropractic learning environment and undertake work-integrated learning in clinics to further enhance your practical experience and employability so you graduate confident, competent and work-ready.

Study Experience

Industry Accredited
Real-world Learning Facilities
Seamless Pathways
Global Experiences

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 12. An approved university foundation studies or formal Australian Certificate IV can also be taken to meet this entry requirement.

If you have successfully completed a certificate, diploma or advanced diploma (or equivalent) you may gain advanced standing into your CQUniversity course. Please refer to the Country Specific Academic Requirements.

English Program Requirements

CB77 – Bachelor of Science (Chiropractic) – Minimum academic IELTS score of 7.0 with no individual band score of less than 7.0.
CB29 – Bachelor of Oral Health – Minimum academic IELTS score of 7.0 with no individual band score of less than 7.0.
CB84 – Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) – Minimum academic IELTS score of 7.0 with no individual band score of less than 7.0; or an Occupational English Test (OET) result of A or B.
CB85 – Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) – Minimum academic IELTS score of 7.0 with no individual band score of less than 7.0; or an Occupational English Test (OET) result of A or B.
CB86 – Bachelor of Podiatry Practice (Honours) – Minimum academic IELTS score of 7.0 with no individual band score of less than 7.0; or an Occupational English Test (OET) result of A or B.
CB87 – Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) – Minimum academic IELTS score of 8.0 with no individual band score of less than 8.0; or An Occupational English Test (OET) with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.
CG93 – Bachelor of Medical Science – Minimum academic IELTS score of 6.0 with no individual band score of less than 6.0 for Reading and Writing and 6.0 for Speaking and Listening; or an Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.
CL10 – Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours) – Minimum academic IELTS score of 6.5 with no individual band score of less than 6.0; a TOEFL overall score of 79 with no score less than 21; a PTE overall score of 62 with no score less than 54; or an Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.

Career

Career Opportunities

The Bachelor of Science (Chiropractic) provides you with knowledge and an appreciation of basic techniques enabling you to pursue employment opportunities as an assistant in chiropractic practice.

This course is the ideal pathway into the Master of Clinical Chiropractic. Upon completion of the masters course, you will be eligible to apply for registration to practice as a Chiropractor and describe yourself as a Chiropractor.