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Call our Clearing hotline on 01622 685989 today to discuss studying Osteopathy at ESO.

Looking for a rewarding career in healthcare, where you have the flexibility to work in a private clinic or as part of a multi-disciplinary team for the NHS?

 

Osteopathy could be for you

Discover our programme

Through the breadth and quality of our programme, and the experience drawn from extensive clinical practice, you’ll be fully prepared to excel in this rewarding healthcare career. Our graduates are in demand as practitioners, researchers and educators, in the UK and overseas.

M(Ost) Programme

The BSc (Hons) Osteopathic Medicine is our new three-year undergraduate degree programme. It offers a wide-ranging and stimulating undergraduate degree programme, which aims to prepare graduates for a career in practice and for new opportunities evolving within the profession.

 

What is Clearing?

The main UCAS cycle closes on 30th June and Clearing opens on 2nd July, closing on Monday 19th October.

You can apply through Clearing if:

  • You have applied through UCAS but didn’t achieve the results needed to secure a place (you can check if you’ve been accepted with your results via your UCAS account)
  • You have changed your mind about what or where you want to study or you’re applying for university for the first time after the main UCAS cycle

How to apply?

You can apply for Clearing directly via the online form below.  Once you submit the online form, you will be contacted by the Admissions team within one working day.  If you meet the academic requirements, you will be invited to an interview with one member of the Academic team and one member of the Admissions team.

If you would like to discuss an application before submitting the online form below, please do feel free to contact us:

Clearing Stories

Find out about students who came to study with us through Clearing.

 

Specialisms

Gain clinical experience in areas of specialist interest such as sport, performing arts, maternity and paediatric care

Salary

Osteopaths in private practice can earn from £45-180 per hour, depending on location

Employability

100% employment rate 6 months after graduation (not including those who wish to travel)

AHP status

Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in the NHS, with Allied Health Professional status

Clearing FAQs

Do I need to write a personal statement to apply through Clearing?

When applying to study with us you will not need to submit a personal statement to us as your application will mainly be assessed based on your exam results. Fill in the form below on this page.

You will be invited to an interview if your grades meet the requirements where we will ask you some questions about osteopathy and why you want to study osteopathy.  To prepare for your interview, we recommend familiarising yourself with the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) and their standards of osteopathic practice and conduct.

Can I apply without a UCAS account?

You can submit a Clearing application to us without having a UCAS account however, if you are made an offer, you will need to create a UCAS account in order to accept it.

How do I know if I am in Clearing?

You can check this on the UCAS Hub.  Even if you didn’t quite meet the required grades, you should check to see if your firm choice have accepted you.  The UCAS Hub will tell you if you are holding an offer or if you are in Clearing.

What grades do I need for Clearing?

We are looking for 112 UCAS points but please do speak to us to talk about your individual circumstances. If you haven’t achieved the grades for the course, there may be other options we can recommend to you so it’s always worth getting in touch. For more information see 'entry requirements' on this page here.

Can I apply before I have my final grades?

We will need to know your final results before we can make you an offer through Clearing.  However, you are more than welcome to get in touch with us and tell us your predicted grades to discuss your options with us.  You can contact the Admissions team here.

Can EU, EEA, Swiss and International students apply through clearing?

Yes, we welcome applications from EU, EEA, Swiss and International students during Clearing.  You will need to ensure that you also meet the English language requirements when you apply and that you apply in enough time to be able to fulfil any visa requirements necessary for your study in the UK.

What happens after I submit my Clearing application?

The Admissions team will contact you within one working day to let you know if your application has been successful through to the interview stage.  An interview will be arranged for you (usually very quickly during Clearing) – this can be via Microsoft Teams.  Once your interview is complete, we aim to respond to you within 1 working day with the outcome of your application (unless we require any further information from you).

I’m already holding an offer elsewhere, can I still apply to ESO?

You can make a Clearing application to us whilst holding another offer, however, in order to refer your application to us if successful in Clearing, you will need to release yourself from your firm choice on UCAS by using the ‘Decline your place’ button.  Please see UCAS for further information or guidance on this process.

If I am accepted to ESO through Clearing, will I still have time to find accommodation?

Yes, we have contact details for local agencies and landlords to help with your search and usually find that there is ample student accommodation in the local area.  In addition, you can join our private Facebook group so you can connect with other new students and find accommodation together.

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