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Australian Catholic University (ACU)

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Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology

  • Masters (Coursework)

This Masters degree looks at how exercise is used as a preventative, prescriptive and rehabilitative process for complex and chronic disease, work-related injuries and to promote good health.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
1.5 years full-time
Course Code
076036D

About this course

This Masters degree looks at how exercise is used as a preventative, prescriptive and rehabilitative process for complex and chronic disease, work-related injuries and to promote good health.

The Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology will develop knowledge and skills in:

  • anatomy
  • physiology
  • biomechanics
  • motor control and learning
  • psychology.

As an exercise physiologist, you will understand what's involved in:

  • exercise testing and prescription
  • movement analysis
  • sport performance
  • mental well-being.

This specialisation will provide professional training, skills, competencies and clinical practicum hours needed for accreditation by the Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA).

This Masters degree looks at how exercise is used as a preventative, prescriptive and rehabilitative process for complex and chronic disease, work-related injuries and to promote good health.

The Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology will develop knowledge and skills in:

  • anatomy
  • physiology
  • biomechanics
  • motor control and learning
  • psychology.

As an exercise physiologist, you will understand what's involved in:

  • exercise testing and prescription
  • movement analysis
  • sport performance
  • mental well-being.

This specialisation will provide professional training, skills, competencies and clinical practicum hours needed for accreditation by the Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA).

Entry requirements

An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

International students need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must meet the following criteria:

  1. have completed a bachelor degree that is accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) at Exercise Science level, with one of the following:
    1. a grade point average (GPA) of at least 4.6 on the ACU 7 point scale; or
    2. evidence of substantial relevant industry experience for at least one year post-Bachelor graduation; or
    3. have completed ACU's Graduate Certificate in Exercise Rehabilitation for Sports Injuries.
    OR
  2. have met the requirements of ESSA Graduate assessment for postgraduate study, and have completed a Bachelor degree or higher in exercise science or related field with one of the following:
    1. a grade point average (GPA) of at least 4.6 on the ACU 7 scale; or
    2. evidence of substantial relevant industry experience for at least one year post-Bachelor graduation; or
    3. have completed ACU's Graduate Certificate in Exercise Rehabilitation for Sports Injuries.
    AND
  3. submit a curriculum vitae outlining relevant industry experience for this course of study;
    AND
  4. submit professional referee/s information relevant to industry experience.

*Disclaimer: The Course entry requirements above are for 2020 Admission.

Study locations

Strathfield

Melbourne

Brisbane

Career pathways

Chronic disease management, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, return-to-work conditioning, primary prevention/wellness, health and fitness, strength and conditioning, workplace wellness, community health.