The British College of Osteopathic Medicine (previously known as British College of Naturopathy and Osteopathy) has been awarding a self-validated four-year full-time Diploma in Naturopathy programme since early 1950’s. Successful completion of the Diploma in Naturopathy gives graduates eligibility to apply for registration with The General Council and Register of Naturopaths (GCRN), a voluntary registering body for Naturopaths in the UK.
The four year full-time Diploma in Naturopathy (N.D.) programme runs parallel to BCOM’s four year full-time Masters in Osteopathy (M.Ost) programme that is validated by the University of Plymouth and approved by the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC), a statutory regulatory body for Osteopathy in UK. Successful completion of the M.Ost programme gives graduates eligibility to apply to both the General Council and Register of Naturopaths and the General Osteopathic Council.
The four year full-time Diploma in Naturopathy programme can be taken independently of the Masters in Osteopathy programme but this programme only gives eligibility for application to GCRN
Year One
Anatomy: Osteology and Arthrology
Cardio-respiratory Physiology
Anatomy: Myology Anatomy: Neurology
Nutrition and Biochemistry
Gastro Intestinal
Principles of Naturopathy
Soft Tissue Techniques
Year Two
Integrated Anatomy
Clinic Theory and Observation
Diagnosis
Spinal Mechanics
Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
Physiology
Renal and Endocrine Physiology
Pathology
Exercise Physiology
Soft Tissue Techniques
Year Three
Differential Diagnosis
X-ray, Diagnosis and Rheumatology and Orthopaedics
Psychology
Paediatrics
Research Methodology
Peripheral Mechanics
Applied Natural Therapeutics
Applied Pharmacology
Clinical Practice
Year Four
Clinical Rheumatology, Orthopaedics & X-ray
Clinical Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Clinical Psychosomatics
Practice Management Ethics and Audit
Clinical Practice
The standard academic profile is:
Three A levels normally including Biology
Other UK qualifications/Educational pathways, in combination with biology, are also considered:
If your course is not listed please contact our Admissions Team to see if you qualify for entry.
Mature Students
Mature students with previous degrees (2.1 or above) or other educational pathways will be considered on an individual basis depending on previous qualifications.
DBS & Health Statement
Due to the nature of the course all applicants will be required to complete a Medical Disclosure (supported by a medical letter from their GP) and undertake a Disclosure and barring Service (formerly CRB) clearance prior to enrolling onto the course. Further information
If you wish to apply for the Diploma in Naturopathy Course, please complete a BCOM Application Form and send it to the Admissions Team at admissions@bcom.ac.uk
2021/22 academic year
Fees for home students for the Diploma in Naturopathy are:
Year 1 and 2: £6,500.00 per annum
Year 3 and 4: £7,500.00 per annum
Fees for international students for the Diploma in Naturopathy are:
Year 1 and 2: £7,750.00 per annum
Year 3 and 4: £8,750.00 per annum
(Please note fees are subject to annual review and studying solely for a Diploma in Naturopathy does not attract public funding)
Duration: 4 Years
Attendance: Full-time