Chiropractic Degrees
Experience hands-on learning inside our dedicated Welsh Institute of Chiropractic (WIoC) centre
Over 18 treatment rooms and simulation suites with specialist industry-leading equipment
Accredited courses by reputable regulatory bodies to improve your career credentials
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Chiropractic Degrees
Chiropractic is so much more than painful backs and stiff necks.
Chiropractors are primary healthcare professionals who specialise in bones, joints, muscles and soft tissue. This often involves the manipulation of the spine, but they are often consulted on the effects of musculoskeletal disorders on the nervous system and general health too.
We offer a range of Chiropractic courses, based from our dedicated Welsh Institute of Chiropractic (WIoC) centre in Treforest, Pontypridd, that focus on giving you the skills and knowledge needed to find a role in the industry and meet the UK registration requirements to practice.
Impressive Facilities
Our Welsh Institute of Chiropractic (WIoC) centre has 18 treatment rooms, as well as a digital X-ray suite, MRI facilities and a functional rehabilitation suite. We have first-class learning facilities on campus, including a clinical simulation suite, DEXA-scan and a diagnostic ultrasound suite.
Hands-on Learning
Elements of clinical work are introduced from the start and are carefully integrated to reinforce your academic study. Your final year is a clinical placement, during which you will treat and manage patients with musculoskeletal disorders to develop your clinical skills, confidence and employability.
Accredited Courses
The University of South Wales was the first university in the UK to offer an integrated undergraduate degree course in Chiropractic that’s accredited by the General Chiropractic Council (GCC). It’s also accredited by the European Council on Chiropractic Education (ECCE), so our graduates are able to practice in most European counties and are eligible to sit entry examinations in most accredited areas worldwide.
Chiropractic Degrees
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Accredited by the general Chiropractic Council, this chiropractic degree will mean you can register with the GCC to practice in the UK.
If you want to be a chiropractor, this chiropractic course, based at the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic, provides the appropriate clinical education and training to meet registration requirements in the UK.
Master of Chiropractic (Including Foundation Year)
This chiropractic course is designed for applicants who do not meet the admissions criteria for the Master of Chiropractic degree. You’ll start by completing a foundation year, which provides well-structured support.
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Thinking about studying a degree, but unsure whether USW is right for you? Our short taster courses cover a variety of topics to introduce you to your chosen area of study and give you a glimpse into how you will learn at USW.
Taster courses vary in length, but you can stop, resume or replay the taster course at any time once you’ve started. You can also track your progress during each course.
This taster course contains a mixture of topics that introduce the skills and techniques involved in chiropractic treatment and therapy. Upon completion, you will better understand what is involved in becoming a registered Chiropractor.
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The places you study and live make a big difference to what you get out of university. It’s important to be somewhere that feels like home, but can also surprise you. South Wales offers rich experiences, with Cardiff at the heart.
With campuses in and around Cardiff, you can experience the diversity that south Wales has to offer – the buzz of the cities, the beauty of the coast, and the calm of the countryside.
We have five campuses across three locations, but we’re one university. Every campus is open to you and whatever inspires you, you’re always welcome.
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You'll have the chance to explore our campuses at Cardiff, Newport or Pontypridd, meet academic staff and current students, learn about life at USW and student money, and take part in interactive activities related to your course. For those who can't attend an on-campus event, we run online and on-demand events. There's plenty of ways to discover what USW is all about.
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A course at USW is more than just a degree. We create graduates who are prepared for tomorrow. People who are ready to build their careers and have the mindset to succeed through a degree that is 100% focused on what employers need in the future.
From projects based on working practices to time in the workplace through internships and placements, we’ll help you to build job-ready skills and gain relevant experience for your career. We also offer practical help with completing job applications and practising interview techniques. Support is available every step of the way.
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