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Master of Science in Osteopathy

4 YEARS | COPENHAGEN

This regular modular programme normally takes four academic years to complete and comprises 120 ECTS credits. Upon successful completion, Buckinghamshire New University awards the formal UK degree of Master of Science in Osteopathy (MSc Ost). In addition, the IAO organises the programme and awards its own D.O. diploma and the relevant IAO certificate.

The “Master of Science in Osteopathy – Copenhagen” programme is currently full. You are still welcome to register and will be placed on the waiting list.

Comprehensive and practice-oriented curriculum

You will be trained across all domains of osteopathy, including:

Structural Osteopathy – focusing on the musculoskeletal system: bones, joints, muscles, and fascia.
Visceral Osteopathy – treatment of the organs and their surrounding structures, with a brief introduction to nutrition and functional relationships.
Neurology – emphasizing the peripheral and central nervous systems, including the cranial nerves, and their influence on body functions.
Craniosacral Osteopathy – including an introduction to pediatrics (early childhood) and special attention to the cranial, spinal, and sacral systems.

The modules progressively build an integrated osteopathic competency profile. Throughout the entire programme, theoretical knowledge, practical skills, clinical reasoning, patient safety, reflection, and assessment are interconnected and developed in a cohesive manner.

Flexible study options

Each module is organized over three consecutive days (Friday 4:30 PM–8:15 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM–6:45 PM, and Sunday 8:00 AM–4:15 PM).

Do you already hold a D.O. diploma and do you hold a recognized degree as a physician or physiotherapist? Then be sure to explore our lateral entry program , which allows you to complete the Master of Science in Osteopathy in a minimum of two academic years.

Modules

Module 1 – Osteopathic principles & the iliosacral jointFriday 18, Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September 2026
Module 2 – Introduction to visceral osteopathy & the pelvic organsFriday 23, Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 October 2026
Module 3 – Neurology IaFriday 20, Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November 2026
Module 4 – Neurology IbFriday 11, Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 December 2026
Module 5 – The DiaphragmFriday 5, Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 February 2027
Module 6 – The lumbar spineFriday 12, Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 March 2027
Module 7 – Craniosacral IFriday 2, Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 April 2027
Module 8 – Integration IFriday 16, Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 April 2027
Module 9 – Clinical work & practical examFriday 21, Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 May 2027

Our team of lecturers consists of professionals with many years of experience.

Get to know them on the lecturers page!

Duration: 4 years
Language: English
Programme level: **Master of Science in Osteopathy (MSc.Ost.), 120 ECTS **– awarded by Buckinghamshire New University

Diploma in Osteopathy (D.O.) – awarded by the IAO

Certificate in Osteopathic Manipulative Techniques (OMT) – awarded by the IAO
Target audience: Medical doctors

Physiotherapists
Price: Year 1: 612€/module*

Year 2: 612€/module

Year 3: 664€/module and 925€ for the Master Research Project

Year 4: 684€/module

*In the first year, you will also pay a one-time registration fee of €200.

Online learning platform 'Borelli', digital hand-out, coffee break and lunch included.
Location: Campus Copenhagen Sigurdsgade 26, 2200 Copenhagen
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