Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology

Program Overview

This postgraduate program qualifies individuals as Accredited Exercise Physiologists, focusing on enhancing the health and fitness of clients by developing and managing personalized exercise and behavioral programs. Students gain hands-on experience through an industry placement and utilize state-of-the-art facilities, leading to potential roles in healthcare, sports, and rehabilitation sectors. The program is accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia and prepares graduates to pursue careers as Accredited Exercise Physiologists or related professions.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This postgraduate course provides the qualification needed to work as an accredited Exercise Physiologist.

Program Description:

• The program is designed to be completed in 3 trimesters, allowing students to graduate in 12 months.
• Students learn in state-of-the-art facilities, including a dedicated exercise physiology laboratory, a rehabilitation and strength and conditioning laboratory, and a performance laboratory with a 3D motion capture system and a 50-meter running track.
• Students gain hands-on experience through a year-long industry placement, working alongside health professionals and accredited Exercise Physiologists.

Careers:

• Graduates can pursue a variety of roles in public and private healthcare environments, sports academies, institutes of sports, sports science labs, and professional and amateur sporting clubs.
• Potential career paths include:
• Accredited Exercise Physiologist
• Accredited Sports and Exercise Scientist
• Sports Development Officer
• Strength and Conditioning Coach
• Sport and Recreation Officer

Other:

• The course is accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) at the level of Exercise Physiology.
• Graduates are eligible to apply to register with ESSA as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist.
• The program covers topics such as:
• Exercise mechanisms that improve health and well-being
• Clinical practice of an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and appropriate referral pathways
• Developing and delivering exercise programs for clients with pathology (disease) or injury
• Communication techniques with clients, caregivers, and other health professionals