Exceptional healthcare education to inspire a new generation of Osteopaths
The European School of Osteopathy (ESO) is a world‑renowned institution offering a broad and inclusive osteopathic education, supported by a team of experienced and dedicated faculty, staff, and tutors.
Located in Maidstone, the county town of Kent, the ESO provides a dynamic and supportive learning environment. We offer two undergraduate degrees: the three‑year full‑time BSc (Hons) Osteopathic Medicine and the four‑year Integrated Master of Osteopathy (for APL entrants), both validated by the University of Plymouth. Our student‑ and patient‑centric approach prepares graduates for a rewarding career in osteopathy.
Our ESO Kent campus is also the centre for our ESO International activity, postgraduate, mentoring and continuing professional development (CPD), and osteopathic and allied health clinical activity.
ESO has an international reputation for academic and research excellence in osteopathy. The breadth of knowledge and clinical experience offered by our tutors equips graduates for successful careers in private practice or in multidisciplinary healthcare settings.
Why choose us?
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.
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
OSTEOPATHY COURSES
We offer a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate osteopathic courses and degrees.
OPEN DAYS & VISITS
Experience campus life first hand at one of our open days,
or book a private tour.