Master of Chiropractic (MChiro) (Taught)

The Master of Chiropractic (MChiro) at McTimoney College of Chiropractic, awarded by Ulster University, prepares you for a hands-on healthcare career helping people improve movement, reduce pain, and enhance quality of life.

The course is recognised by the General Chiropractic Council as a route onto the UK Register of Chiropractors, and accredited by the European Council on Chiropractic Education.

From day one, you will combine scientific knowledge with practical skills, building the confidence to work directly with patients.

Why study at McTimoney College of Chiropractic?

This course is designed to give you early, hands-on experience alongside strong academic foundations.

You will learn in a supportive environment with high contact hours, working closely with experienced chiropractors and healthcare professionals.

Our focus is on developing real clinical skills, not just theory, so you graduate ready to step into practice.

Course Structure

The MChiro is a four-year full-time integrated Master’s degree.

• Years 1 to 3: You will study anatomy, physiology, and chiropractic techniques, alongside developing practical skills through regular, supervised training. Teaching takes place during the week with a strong emphasis on hands-on learning.

• Year 4: You will complete a clinical internship in our Community Chiropractic Clinic, treating real patients under supervision, alongside a research project.

What you will learn

This course blends science with practical healthcare skills. You will:

• Learn how the human body moves and functions through anatomy and physiology

• Develop hands-on chiropractic techniques to assess and treat patients

• Build confidence in clinical assessment, diagnosis, and patient care

• Understand rehabilitation, lifestyle advice, and long-term patient management

• Gain experience working with real patients in a supervised clinical setting

Your future career

Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the General Chiropractic Council, allowing you to practise as a chiropractor in the UK.

Career options include:

• Working in established chiropractic or multidisciplinary clinics

• Setting up your own practice

• Working in sports, rehabilitation, or specialist care settings

• Progressing into postgraduate study or research

Course Modules

• Human Function I
• Human Function II
• Neuroscience
• Biomedical Sciences
• Behavioural Science
• Musculoskeletal Medicine
• Philosophy
• Chiropractic Studies
• Research (Dissertation/Evidence in practice)
• Clinical Neurology
• Clinical Medicine I
• Clinical Medicine II
• Clinic Studies
• Clinical Management
• Clinic

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You will be assessed in a variety of ways depending on the module and stage development. You will also be encouraged to reflect and feedback on your own experiences, learning and development.

Forms of assessment can include:

• Assignments
• Exams
• Projects
• Oral presentations
• Group presentations
• Practical assessments
• Structured clinical exams.