About The BCNO Group

We are the leading osteopathic educational institution and the first choice for those looking to study Osteopathy

About the BCNO Group

Changes in both healthcare and education have revealed exciting opportunities for the osteopathic profession. In recognition of this, the British College of Osteopathic Medicine and the European School of Osteopathy, two internationally recognised osteopathic schools, have joined together to:-

expand educational pathways
unlock options for flexible study
provide innovative and topical learning experiences

United together under the parent company, British College of Naturopathy & Osteopathy (BCNO Limited), we ensure our graduates are ready to embrace the new and wider opportunities evolving within the profession.

We offer students the option to study flexibly across both sites in London and Kent, utilising technological advances in teaching and learning, shared resources and facilities and importantly harnessing the passion and expertise that exists within each institution. Students also have access to a larger student network for learning purposes and for social events.

BCNO provides a student and patient-centric culture, working in pursuit of excellence through research, and respect for creativity and innovation, to prepare our graduates for an exciting career in osteopathy.

Mission

To be a leading educational establishment of choice for future generations of osteopaths and other healthcare professionals.

Vision

Our vision is to provide students with an educational experience which surpasses their expectations; providing them with the skills, knowledge and confidence to lead fulfilling careers as osteopaths or other healthcare professionals. We will achieve this through the quality of our teaching methods and approach, delivered within an inclusive, supportive and diverse learning environment.

Values

Be the best at what we do

Collaborate with the osteopathic community and other healthcare professionals to achieve our goals

Nurture learning and a desire to succeed among our students

Opportunity to develop professionally and personally

Why study with us?

Academic Quality

BCOM and ESO are internationally recognised institutions, influential in the development of osteopathic education
As specialists in osteopathic education, our focus is on providing the best learning environment and development opportunities for student osteopaths
We teach a broad osteopathic programme, so graduates can help a wider range of patients and conditions
We pride ourselves on the quality of our teaching, which has been praised at external review and has scored highly in the UK’s National Student Survey
Students have access to research facilities and a team of experienced researchers at both sites, who nurture and develop undergraduate research awareness
We have an excellent staff-student ratio – 1:6 in clinic and 1:10 for practical classes
The M.Ost degree programme is delivered in parallel at our London and Kent sites, which offers students the potential to transfer
The BSc(Hons) Osteopathy degree provides a flexible study option for those with existing work or family commitments, so they too can study to become an osteopath
We utilise technology to enhance the student experience and teaching and learning: live streaming of theoretical lectures offers flexibility in teaching and learning delivery; digital platforms enable live streaming simultaneously across sites, allowing lecturer and student interaction and real time Q&A sessions; clinical and practical sessions are delivered face-to-face, supported by additional material and online learning resources and content

Clinical Experience

We have well-established teaching clinics, where students gain over 1000 hours of clinical practice and see approximately 50 new patients before graduating
We offer a range of specialist clinics, so students gain experience with patients of all ages and backgrounds (including maternity, babies, sports and performing arts) and can learn directly from experienced, specialist tutors who are also practising osteopaths
The M.Ost builds on the students’ clinical experience with Complex Case Management
Final year electives allow students to gain experience in an area of special interest**

Career preparation

Our Master of Osteopathy degree provides the skills and attributes needed for a varied and successful health career, enabling BCNO graduates to grasp new opportunities arising within the profession
Due to the unique nature of the osteopathic profession, students at Level 7 are taught business and practice management skills, allowing graduates to choose how they will develop their career as an independent practitioner
100% of graduates are in employment 6 months after graduating (based on 2020-21 BCOM respondents who had applied for employment – others travelled or went on to further study)

Supportive community

Both BCOM and the ESO offer a warm and friendly atmosphere and a strong sense of community
We have an active student union, which organises sports and social events, including a number of online activities
We have two campuses, with opportunities for students to come together to share study tips and to enjoy social events
We have an excellent support system in place for students, who have access to study skills workshops, personal tutors, and counsellors
The BCNO offers a wide osteopathic network, as a student and after graduating
We offer CPD courses at each campus, with students and alumni eligible for discounts

Two great locations

BCOM is located in London close to the amazing Camden Town, Hampstead Heath, Regents Park, Wembley Stadium, and an eight-minute tube ride to Oxford Street
ESO is located in Maidstone, Kent; Boxley campus is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with 17 acres of stunning grounds. Students have easy access to Kent’s beautiful countryside and coastline – all just an hour from London and links to mainland Europe
Students have access to facilities and tutors at each campus – those studying a Master of Osteopathy, from 2022, can choose to spend an academic year at the London/Kent campus, so they can experience both fantastic locations and experience working in different clinical settings
Students have access to study materials at each campus, including online learning resources and research publications

The start of a fulfilling health career