Academic Completion Pathway for D.O. Osteopaths

Individual programme, spanning a minimum of two academic years | Copenhagen

Academic completion pathway for fully qualified D.O. osteopaths only, requiring a minimum of two academic years. This is not an initial two-year osteopathy training programme. The remaining study programme is determined individually on the basis of previously achieved and demonstrably equivalent learning outcomes. The final MSc.Ost. degree comprises 120 ECTS credits; however, this does not mean that every direct-entry student is required to complete 120 ECTS credits within two calendar years.

Through our Lateral Entry Program at the International Academy of Osteopathy (IAO®), you can obtain the internationally recognized Master of Science in Osteopathy within a minimum of two academic years, in collaboration with our academic partner Buckinghamshire New University.

Admission to the Lateral Entry Program requires a completed Diploma in Osteopathy (DO) as well as a recognized degree as a Medical Doctor or Physiotherapist.

Depending on your previous education and professional experience, you will follow a personalized study track that includes clinical training, case studies, theoretical and practical examinations, and a master's thesis, all designed to further strengthen your osteopathic expertise within our academic framework.

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).

Modules

Module 1 - Clinical work & theoretical/practical examFriday 20, Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November 2026
Module 2 - Integration IIIFriday 11, Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 December 2026
Module 3 - Clinical work & theoretical/practical examFriday 21, Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 May 2027
Module 4 - Master research module

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

Get to know them on the lecturers page !

Duration: 2 years
Language: English
Programme level: **Master of Science in Osteopathy (MSc.Ost.), 120 ECTS **– awarded by Buckinghamshire New University
Target audience: Osteopaths DO with a recognized degree as a Medical Doctor or Physiotherapist.
Price: Year 1: 664€/module and 925€ for the Master Research Project*

Year 2: 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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