Course overview
What I enjoyed most about studying at Murdoch University was the outreach programs. I went on the outreach program to Tom Price for two weeks and it really gave us a taste for what practice would be like after university.
Michelle, Chiropractic Science Graduate
Professional accreditation
This course is accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education Australasia (CCEA).
Professional recognition
Graduates of this course are eligible for registration with the Chiropractic Board of Australia and are also eligible for registration in New Zealand.
Graduates from Council on Chiropractic Education Australasia (CCEA) accredited educational institutions may be eligible to sit registration examinations in the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe and other parts of the world in accordance with the laws and requirements of each individual country and/or jurisdiction.
International students should note that if they intend to seek work in Australia after graduation, there is a registration requirement for a minimum English language equivalent of an Academic IELTS overall score of 7.0 with no less than 7.0 in listening, reading and speaking, and no less than 6.5 in writing. English Language requirements are available at https://www.chiropracticboard.gov.au/Registration-standards.aspx
Start dates
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online | Mixed mode |
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| Trimester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
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Admission requirements
English Requirements
You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.
Other Requirements
Immunisation: Students should note that immunisation is required for Chiropractic according to Category A, Schedule 1 of the University policy on Immunisation. Other vaccinations may be required when treating special populations.Recognition of Prior Learning
Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.
Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.
This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai and Singapore campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.
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Compulsory documents
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- Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study)
- Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
Recommended documents (if applicable)
- Change of name documentation
- Marriage certificate
- Most recent Curriculum Vitae if applying using professional experience
- Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing
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