Bachelor of Chiropractic Science and Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Bachelor of Chiropractic Science and Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Summary The Bachelor of Chiropractic Science – the longest-running degree of its kind in Australia – will prepare you for a rewarding career in one of the largest primary health professions. When you combine it with the Master of Chiropractic, you’ll be equipped to work in private practice, chiropractic sports…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Summary
The Bachelor of Chiropractic Science – the longest-running degree of its kind in Australia – will prepare you for a rewarding career in one of the largest primary health professions. When you combine it with the Master of Chiropractic, you’ll be equipped to work in private practice, chiropractic sports medicine, allied health areas, health insurance assessment, medico-legal advising, work health and safety, rehabilitation and research. The flexible Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) has a strong focus on practical learning and offers you the choice of five specialisations. You’ll learn how to identify complex problems and determine how to formulate innovative solutions to today’s complex problems. And you’ll be equipped with the skills you’ll need to mix it with history’s greatest engineers – maybe you’ll have the honour of creating the next lifesaving medical device, a clean water system for remote communities in Africa, or a mobile phone app that keeps children safe.
Key features
Receive training in diagnostics
Learn how to use a range of diagnostic tools, including patient interviews, physical examination and X-rays. Enhance your learning within our unique health precinct
Access our world-class anatomy and chiro labs, which will provide you with the hands-on experience you need to enter the workforce. Collaborate with fellow students on exciting projects
Get involved in a range of student-led projects, including our MQ Speed team and CubeSat group. Gain practical skills while undertaking professional placements
Get experience with our public and private sector partner organisations, including BAE Systems, Cochlear, Optus and Honeywell.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Allied health professional
CAD technician
Chiropractor (after further study)
Civil engineer
Computer hardware engineer
Consultant
Electrical engineer
Environmental and sustainability designer
Geotechnical engineer
Healthcare adviser
Integrated healthcare professional
Project manager
Rehabilitation service provider
Research and development manager
Researcher
Sports injury specialist
Web producer
Employers
Aged care facilities
App developers
Banks and financial institutions
Chiropractic clinics
Construction and building sector
Consulting firms
Engineering consulting firms
Government agencies and departments
Health and fitness clubs
Hospitals
Infrastructure companies
Sport and recreation organisations
Sports clubs and teams
Technology and software development companies
Transport, infrastructure and logistics companies
Utilities companies
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.