Chiropractic (B.Sc.)

• anatomical structures and physiological processes
• Basics of metabolism and biochemical processes
• Urine-forming and urine-diverting organ structures
• Diseases of the kidney and its conservative therapy
• pathophysiological relationships

• structural and functional basics of cell biology
• basic knowledge of histology, immunology, haematology, dermatology, microbiology and infectiology
• cellular pathomechanisms
• Differential diagnoses of histological preparations

• Macro- and microscopic structure of the cardiovascular system and the lungs and their topographical position in the human body
• Functions of a healthy cardiovascular and pulmonary system
• Selected diseases
• Emergency situations and necessary action

• anatomical structures/the organ system of the musculoskeletal system
• Functions of the healthy musculoskeletal system
• Diseases of the extremities
• Principles of differential diagnostics, classification and differential therapy
• Diagnosis and treatment options

• Basic requirements for scientific work
• Differentiate everyday knowledge from scientific knowledge
• scientific argumentation and understanding of scientific methods
• Working with literature, specialist literature and specialist databases
• dealing with and applying publication standards
• study types and designs

• Anatomy and function of the central, peripheral and autonomic nervous system
• Important clinical pictures and neurodegenerative diseases
• Connection between hormonal or metabolic disorders
• Treatment options and methods

• Development of medicine - from antiquity to the present day
• Aspects of the history of medicine as scientific medicine
• Development of chiropractic
• Basic ethical concepts and principles
• Approaches to medicine and chiropractic - connections and conclusions

• History of the development of chiropractic treatment techniques
• Distinguishing and differentiating between different treatment techniques
• Areas of application of the treatment techniques
• consolidated, safe application

• Potential of communication psychology for solving communication problems
• Applicability of tried and tested communication models
• Recognize and purposefully develop competencies in yourself and your patients
• basic knowledge, skills and abilities in personality psychology
• Solve complicated conversational situations

Hygiene and infection protection law, basics of patient rights law, professional law, labor law

• Understanding and interpreting legal texts
• Basics of specialist legal knowledge
• Legal regulations/framework conditions
• Action measures

• Overview of imaging examination forms and methods (CT, MRI, X-ray)
• Possible applications, advantages and disadvantages of the various examination methods/procedures
• Interpretation of X-ray images, MRI and CT images

• process and analyze quantitative information using specific methods
• Analyze, interpret and present data
• systematically link empiricism and theory
• Specialist area of public health - interrelationships, systematic view of the sub-areas of public health (especially epidemiology, social medicine, health promotion)

• Development of the specific treatment technique sacro-occipital technique (SOT)
• Areas of application of the treatment technique
• Effective and safe application

• Communicating in partnership as a core professional competence
• Dealing with diverse communication partners
• Action steps for problem and conflict resolution
• Confident argumentation and communicative demeanor

• historical background
• Specific technical terms
• Understanding of specialist literature: systematics and contexts
• Use and possible applications
• EBM and quality assurance

Outpatient clinic

• Structure and composition of the human body (anatomy)
• Medical terminology
• Palpation techniques
• functional tests

Outpatient clinic

• Structure and function of the spine
• Palpation of individual vertebrae, vertebral segments
• Risk factors and contraindications
• Biomechanical processes
• Functional tests, functional restrictions

Outpatient clinic

• Anatomical and muscular structures of the upper extremities
• Principles of joint examination
• Specific functional tests and mobility tests
• Differential diagnoses and treatment plan
• Case studies from practice

Ambulatoirum

• Anatomical and muscular structures of the cervical spine, thoracic spine and upper extremities
• Technical terms
• Principles of the examination
• Specific functional tests and mobility tests
• Differential diagnoses
• Case studies relating to limitations, disorders or diseases of the thoracic spine, cervical spine and upper extremities
• Specific treatment techniques

Outpatient clinic

• Anatomical and muscular structures of the lower extremities
• Principles of joint examination
• Specific functional tests and mobility tests
• Differential diagnoses and treatment plan
• Case studies relating to restrictions, disorders or diseases of the lower extremities

Outpatient clinic

• Anatomical structures of the lumbar spine and connections to posture
• Specific clinical pictures and symptoms
• Technical terms
• Risk factors and contraindicators
• Biomechanical processes
• Palpation of the lumbar spine
• Misalignments
• Chiropractic techniques

Outpatient clinic

• Anatomical and muscular structures of the upper cervical spine
• In-depth neurology - nervous system of the upper cervical spine
• Specific functional tests and mobility tests, medical history
• Differential diagnostics
• Specific treatment techniques
• Risk factors

Outpatient clinic

• Specialist anamnesis and admission examination
• Patient reports
• Symptoms and findings
• Specific diagnostic and treatment plans for selected diseases
• Self-reflective case discussion

• Written Bachelor's thesis on a topic of your choice related to the course content
• Oral examination in the form of a presentation and defense

Examples of Bacherlor's thesis from previous years

The degree program has a modular structure and combines medical foundations with subject-specific chiropractic knowledge, practical treatment techniques, diagnostic skills, and scientific work. Students learn to apply current scientific findings as reflective practitioners and to connect theory with evidence-informed therapeutic practice. The curriculum also provides insight into the legal and professional framework conditions relevant to chiropractic work. Students strengthen their ability to assess clinical findings, interpret diagnostic procedures, and make well-founded therapeutic decisions in a responsible professional context. In addition, the program develops the personal and communicative skills required for professional practice. Students strengthen their self-management, expand their communication skills, and learn to interact confidently with patients and professional partners. Ethical reflection and subject-specific legal knowledge complement this profile.

Study Format

From the 1st to the 7th semester, the program includes one foundational module and one subject-specific module per semester. Online classes take place on one to two Saturdays per month, complemented by two on-site block weeks of five to six days each semester.

The 8th semester is reserved for the Bachelor’s thesis, including its preparation and defense.

It is an English-language Bachelor’s degree program that combines medical foundations with practical chiropractic training and scientific reflection.

The program is designed for high school graduates, therapists, and prospective students with a university entrance qualification.

The program lasts 8 semesters or 48 months, including the Bachelor’s thesis.

You earn 240 ECTS.

The place of study is Dresden. In addition, practical seminars take place with cooperation partners in Bad Oeynhausen and Eindhoven, Netherlands.

No. Further legal regulations may apply. The degree alone does not constitute admission to professional practice.