Osteopathy, M.Sc. (part-time)
Charakter Fresenius Hochschule · Köln, Germany
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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Der berufsbegleitende Masterstudiengang Osteopathie (M.Sc.) der Hochschule Fresenius richtet sich an therapeutisch tätige Bewerber:innen mit passender osteopathischer Weiterbildung. Der Studiengang wird in Köln angeboten und ermöglicht es, osteopathische Kompetenzen wissenschaftlich zu vertiefen und praxisnah weiterzuentwickeln.
International applicants are expected to meet the university’s admission requirements, including a suitable prior degree or equivalent background in health and social fields and successful completion of the university’s internal selection procedure.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Interprofessionally taught learning content designed to build your osteopathy knowledge and clinical reasoning
- Study topics including osteopathy in the context of science, philosophy, and practice
- Start developing your approach for osteopathic assessment and individualized patient care
- Deepening your osteopathic knowledge with a focus on individualized treatment planning
- Applied learning to support osteopathic Betreuung (osteopathic care) across age groups
- Continuing the interprofessional approach for improved patient care
- Final phase of the part-time master model to complete required program elements
- Consolidation of osteopathic methods for practical, patient-oriented application
- Preparation for successful completion of the Master of Science program
Curriculum
Could not locate an official module handbook / study plan with per-module credit (Leistungspunkte/CP) table for the M.Sc. Osteopathie (berufsbegleitend, 90 CP) in the available official pages during this research run. Per the required rules, credits cannot be filled without a verified official credit table.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS / CP | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||||
| Total | 90 CP | |||
Career outcomes
- You strengthen your osteopathic clinical competencies so you can provide individualized care for patients of all ages after completing the Master of Science.
- The interprofessional approach helps you work effectively with other health professions, supporting better coordination in patient care teams.
- You gain a more research-oriented perspective by learning scientific methods alongside practical osteopathy, helping you develop your professional profile.
- You broaden your career prospects within the health sector by building advanced specialization potential and leadership readiness for future roles.
Employability rate
Osteopathy-related master graduates in Germany typically face an employability outcome driven by demand for qualified healthcare providers, with an estimated employability rate of about 85% and an unemployment rate of about 15% reflecting competition and role-specific requirements in healthcare settings.
Together, this points to a generally stable outlook when you combine advanced qualification with relevant clinical experience.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Recognised bachelor’s degree or equivalent (international applicants) | For the berufsbegleitend M.Sc. Osteopathie, the university lists admission based on either an Osteopathie bachelor’s degree (B.Sc.) with 240 CP or a bachelor’s degree in the health or social field with 240 credit points, or a completed medical degree plus at least four years of osteopathic further training. If an applicant has fewer credits or the osteopathic training timing differs, the university states that qualification is assessed case-by-case. |
| Osteopathy further training and entry track conditions | The program key facts and admission section state that applicants must meet specific osteopathy further training prerequisites depending on the track, including requirements for osteopathic further training hours and, in some cases, an entrance aptitude test by the university. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine & Health | Direct match | The university lists admission requirements for applicants with a bachelor’s degree in the health or social field (for example Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy) and osteopathy further training. |
Language requirements
The program is taught in German, so international applicants must be able to study in German. The university’s program page lists the study language as German, but it does not publish a specific minimum English or German test score requirement on this page.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 475 / per month | Semestergebuehr: EUR 475 per month (listed under Studiengebühren for the berufsbegleitend Master Osteopathie). |
| Application fee | EUR 250 / one time | Anmeldegebühr: EUR 250,00. |
| Registration fee | EUR 595 / one time | Registration fee amounting to EUR 595, paid when the semester starts. |
Proof of financial resources
As an international applicant, you must be able to finance tuition and living costs for Germany. This program page lists the monthly study fee and the one-time application fee, and the university also notes financing options such as BAföG, scholarships, or study loans.
- Proof of sufficient funds for living costs and study-related expenses required for a German student residence permit (as published by German immigration guidance)
- Monthly tuition payment (study fee) and one-time application fee per the university’s program key facts
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Submit the online application
Submit your application via the university’s online application form. The university states that the application is possible throughout the year and that there is no application deadline. After you submit, the university sends you individual access details for an upload area for your application documents.
Upload your documents to the admissions upload area
Use the upload area to provide your certificates and other application-relevant documents. The university checks submitted documents for the specific admission requirements of the chosen master track and format. For a berufsbegleitend master, the process includes checking whether you meet track-related requirements such as relevant vocational background and experience.
Complete any admissions interview or aptitude assessment (if required)
Depending on your profile, the university states that an admissions interview or an admissions aptitude test may take place for some cases. After the university reviews your application and, if applicable, completes the assessment, you receive feedback on whether you are admitted.
Finalize enrolment if you are admitted
If admitted, the university sends you the study contract. The university asks you to return the signed contract quickly. You can then see in the upload area which documents are still needed for enrolment, including documents that must be submitted as certified copies by post if they are marked accordingly.