Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
- 2 years
- Duration
- 50,200 AUD/year
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Master
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- Perth / Australia
- Location
Program description
A comprehensive grasp of the use of exercise as a modality in the treatment of musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, metabolic, and other chronic and complicated illnesses is what the course aims to impart. Knowledge and skills will be developed to prepare you for employment in the allied health sector.
Program structure
Conversion
Students who have not completed (a) a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences Science from this university or equivalent as recognised by the course coordinator; or (b) a bachelor's degree in Sport, Exercise and/or Movement Sciences from a recognised tertiary institution that has been accredited by ESSA at the 'Exercise Science' level must complete relevant conversion unit(s) up to the value of 24 points, as advised by the course coordinator. Students Students may also be recommended by the Course Coordinator to take units from a broader range of conversion units than those listed.
- SSEH2201 Exercise Prescription and Delivery (6)
- SSEH2260 Exercise Physiology (6)
- SSEH2295 Foundations of Work Integrated Learning (6)
- SSEH3388 Promoting Lifelong Physical Activity (6)
- SSEH3394 Professional Practice (6)
- SSEH3553 Exercise as Medicine (6)
- SSEH3555 Motor Development: Principles to Teaching in Practice (6)
Core (take all units (72 points):
- SSEH4489 Advanced Exercise Rehabilitation (6)
- SSEH4664 Exercise and Health Psychology (6)
- SSEH5643 Cardiac Rehabilitation (6)
- SSEH5644 Neurological Rehabilitation (6)
- SSEH5645 Workplace Injury Prevention and Management (6)
- SSEH5646 Chronic and Complex Conditions (6)
- SSEH5647 Brain and Behaviours (6)
- SSEH5651 Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation (6)
- SSEH5667 Clinical Paediatrics and Disability (6)
- SSEH5691 Work Integrated Learning (Clinical Exercise Physiology) (6)
- SSEH5692 Work Integrated Learning (Evidence-Based Practice) (6)
- SSEH5693 Work Integrated Learning (Diverse Populations & Settings) (6)
- SSEH5699 Exercise Physiology Clinical Portfolio (0)
Option (students in the course by coursework and dissertation take 24 points)
- SSEH5020 Literature Review and Research Proposal (6)
- SSEH5021 Sport Science Exercise and Health Research Project Part 1 (6)
- SSEH5022 Sport Science Exercise and Health Research Project Part 2 (6)
- SSEH5023 Sport Science Exercise and Health Research Project Part 3 (6)
Price
- Tuition fee — 50,200 AUD per year.
Requirements for applicants
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have
- a relevant bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
- the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent;
Applicants are awarded a place in the 72-point course if they have either;
- a bachelor's degree that has been accredited by Exercise Sport Science Australia at the 'Exercise Science' level; or
- an official ESSA "Graduate Entry Assessment" letter that demonstrates equivalence with "Exercise Science" members.
All other applicants are awarded a place in the 96-point course and must have a relevant bachelor's degree that included foundation units in human anatomy, functional anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, exercise and health and research methods/statistics with equivalence to ESSA ‘Exercise Science' standards.
English competency
- Graduate applicants require at least two successful years of full-time or equivalent degree studies undertaken in Australia, Canada (excluding Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom or the United States of America. Applicants presenting with the IELTS Academic require an overall score of at least 7.0 and no band less than 7.0.
For more information on requirements, please contact your Edumapple manager.
About the university
With a founding purpose to "advance the prosperity and welfare of communities," the University of the State was established in 1911 and opened its doors in 1913 to a small student body of 184. More than 28,000 students hailing from 115 different countries are now enrolled.
In the realms of education, research, and student success, UWA has been at the forefront of groundbreaking innovations since its inception. However, a university is more than just a place to get a degree and do research.
Throughout Western Australia, the country, and the globe, UWA has played an important role in advancing knowledge, culture, and the economy for over a century.
As the sole institution in Western Australia to be ranked in the top 100 globally, UWA has earned praise for its creative curricula, strong ties to local businesses, dedication to the student experience, and groundbreaking research.
Choosing to study at UWA means becoming a member of a community that has a reputation for leading good change, both locally and globally. You will also become part of a network of dedicated and innovative leaders who are determined to make a difference.
