The ESO is recognised globally as a leading osteopathic institution. We pride ourselves on the breadth of our undergraduate programme, preparing graduates for a fulfilling and rewarding career as an independent healthcare practitioner.
Why choose the ESO?
- We offer a 4-year, full-time course, leading to an Integrated Masters qualification;
- Our students gain 1000 hours of supervised clinical experience within an established teaching clinic, seeing approximately 50 new patients;
- We have a wide range of nationalities and age groups represented at the School, creating a truly cosmopolitan environment;
- We are situated in the heart of Kent, just 50 minutes from London and convenient for continental Europe.
- Our international links provide a wide range of professional opportunities for graduates;
No upfront costs
Tuition fees at the ESO will be £9,000 per year for UK and EU undergraduates for 2012 entry. This level of fee will enable the School to continue to deliver its high quality teaching programme and maintain its level of contact hours.
All UK and EU applicants, studying at university level for the first time, can obtain a loan from the UK government to cover the cost of tuition fees. It is important to note that:-
- You will only start to pay back your student loan after you have completed the course and are earning above £21,000* per year;
- When you start repaying the loan, monthly repayments are affordable - they are based on what you earn, not what you owe;
- If your earnings fall beneath the £21,000* threshold your payments will stop;
- Any outstanding contributions will be written off after 30 years.
The table below illustrates the level of repayments, relative to earnings:
|
Salary |
Amount of salary from which 9% will be deducted |
Monthly repayment |
|
£25,000 |
£4,000 |
£30.00 |
|
£30,000 |
£9,000 |
£67.50 |
|
£35,000 |
£14,000 |
£105.00 |
|
£40,000 |
£19,000 |
£142.00 |
|
£45,000 |
£24,000 |
£180.00 |
|
£50,000 |
£29,000 |
£217.50 |
|
£55,000 |
£34,000 |
£255.00 |
Source: Department for Business Innovation & Skills: URN 11/789
As a new student, starting a
degree course in 2012/13, you are able to apply for student finance from December 2011 onwards. You do
not have to have a confirmed university place in order to apply for a loan.
Simply apply using the details of your first choice institution - if necessary
this can be amended online at a later date.
* Please note: The £21,000 threshold relates to graduates living and working in the UK. Repayment
thresholds vary from country to country and we recommend you contact the EU Finance Team for
specific repayment details.
Full payment discount
Of course you do not have to take out a government loan and may pay the fees from your own resources. Students who choose to pay their tuition fees in advance will be eligible for a 5% discount at the time of registration.
Payment plans
If you cannot pay the full amount of the tuition fees at the time of registration you can pay in two instalments. The first payment will be due in September 2012 when you register on-line (and must be at least 50% of the balance) and the second (and final) payment will be due before the last Friday in January 2013.
Living costs
Of course, you will also need money to support yourself during your studies. The UK Council for International Student Affairs http://www.ukcisa.org.uk/ will give you an idea of general living costs and lots of other useful information to help you prepare for life as a student in the UK.
Please note: EU Nationals who have lived in the UK for 3 years prior to the 1st September of the year of entry may be classed as UK Nationals for the purposes of student support. Please visit www.direct.gov.uk for further information.
Degree level applicants
The above funding information relates to students who are studying at university level for the first time - those who already hold a degree level qualification will not be eligible for government funding. The ESO is keen to ensure that highly qualified candidates are not deterred from applying to the School and is considering a Bursary/Scholarship scheme specifically aimed at those who have previously studied at a higher level. Further details will be available shortly.
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