The Bachelor of Exercise Science, Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology requires 5 years of full-time study. Part-time may be considered under extenuating circumstances, and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
The course has obtained ESSA Qualifying Accreditation and intends to be submitted for full accreditation in line with ESSA requirements.
The course is offered by the College of Nursing and Health Sciences.
The minimum requirements for consideration for entry to all undergraduate courses are specified in detail in the University Entry Requirements.
Applicants must show English language competence equivalent to a score of 6.5 on the International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS) or equivalent, unless subject to an exemption as defined by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). Potential students must read the eligibility requirements for obtaining credentialing with ESSA following graduation, in terms of ESSA’s English Language Requirements (https://www.essa.org.au/Public/Professional_Standards/English_Language_Requirements.aspx)
A knowledge of SACE Stage 2 Biology is assumed.
Graduates of the double degree program will be able to practice across a range of settings, including rural and remote areas. The course prepares students to become a contemporary, client-centred health professional, able to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team. Graduates will specialise in the delivery of exercise for the prevention and management of chronic diseases and injuries. It requires students to complete a minimum of 500 practicum hours over the program of study (a minimum of 140 hours of practicum in exercise delivery in the Bachelor of Exercise Science and a minimum of 360 hours of clinical practicum in the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology). Within the undergraduate Bachelor of Exercise Science,students pursue a major specialisation as part of the program in either Sports Science; Health Promotion; Behavioural Sciences; Business; or Allied Health.
Graduates of the double degree will be able to:
To qualify for double degree of Bachelor of Exercise Science, Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, a student must complete 180 units with a grade of P or NGP or better in each topic, according to the program of study below. In the Bachelor of Exercise Science, students need to complete 90 units of the specified core topics and 18 units from one of the identified minors. Students must also achieve a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or better in the 108 units of the Bachelor of Exercise Science in order to progress to the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology.
The award of a grade of Fail (F) in the same topic on more than one occasion or failure to complete the course within eight consecutive years may constitute prima facie evidence of unsatisfactory progress for the purposes of the University’s Policy on Student Progress.
31.5 units comprising:
BIOL1102 Molecular Basis of Life (4.5 units)
EXSC1001 Fundamentals of Exercise Science (4.5 units)
HLPE1552 Human Functional Anatomy in Sport and Exercise (4.5 units)
HLPE2533 Exercise Prescription and Physiology (4.5 units)
HLTH1004 Human Bioscience (4.5 units)
HLTH1010 Research and Study Skills 1 (4.5 units)
NUTD1106 Nutrition, Physical Activity and Health (4.5 units)
Plus 4.5 units towards chosen minor*
31.5 units comprising:
ENGR2862 Sports Biomechanics (4.5 units)
EXSC2002 Exercise Prescription in Motor Control and Learning (4.5 units)
HLPE2530 Physical Activity and Health (4.5 units)
HLTH2105 Health: A Psychological Perspective (4.5 units)
HLTH2107 Research and Study Skills 2 (4.5 units)
MMED2931 Human Physiology (4.5 units)
NUTD3203 Nutrition for Sports Performance (4.5 units)
Plus 4.5 units towards chosen minor*
27 units comprising:
EXSC3001 Advanced Topics in Exercise Science (4.5 units)
EXSC3002 Professional Practice in Exercise Science (4.5 units)
EXSC3010 Psychology of Exercise, Health and Behaviour Change (4.5 units)
HLTH3112 Research and Study Skills 3 (4.5 units)
HLTH3116 Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Care (4.5 units)
MMED3932 Body Systems (4.5 units)
Plus 9 units towards chosen minor*
*Please note, some minors require an alternation to the year that core topics are undertaken. Please refer to the proposed study plan for each minor.
Minor in Sports Science
HLPE1531 Inclusive and Adaptive Practices in Sport and Physical Education (4.5 units)
HLPE3533 Applied Exercise Science (4.5 units)
HLPE3534 Introduction to Sport Coaching, Management and Administration (4.5 units)
HLPE3601 Sport Coaching Science (4.5 units)
Minor in Health Promotion
HLTH1101 Health Promotion for Health Professionals (4.5 units)
HLTH1306 Contemporary Health Issues in Australia (4.5 units)
HLTH2106 Project Management for Health Promotion (4.5 units)
PHCA3506 Evaluation in Primary Health Care (4.5 units)
Minor in Behavioural Science
PSYC1101 Psychology 1A (4.5 units)
PSYC1102 Psychology 1B (4.5 units)
PSYC2019 Personality and Social Psychology (4.5 units)
PSYC2021 Human Development (4.5 units)
Minor in Business
BUSN1011 Accounting For Managers (4.5 units)
BUSN2020 Consumer Behaviour (4.5 units)
BUSN2038 Human Resource Management (4.5 units)
BUSN3033 Work Health and Safety (4.5 units)
Minor in Allied Health
HLTH1012 Indigenous Health for Health Sciences (4.5 units)
HLTH1304 Interpersonal and Interprofessional Communication (4.5 units)
MMED3941 Human Musculoskeletal Anatomy (4.5 units)
REHB2001 Neuroscience for Therapists (4.5 units)
36 units comprising:
EXSC8001 Clinical Exercise Assessment and Prescription (4.5 units)
EXSC8003 Advanced Exercise Prescription and Neuromusculoskeletal Disorders (4.5 units)
EXSC8004 Exercise and Chronic Disease Management (4.5 units)
MHSC8111 Managing Chronic Conditions -Self-Management Support Approaches (4.5 units)
MMED8937 Pathophysiology for Medical Science GE (4.5 units)
REHB9034 Clinical Research Methods (4.5 units)
REHB9010A Dissertation in Clinical Research Design and Implementation (4.5/18 units)
REHB9010B Dissertation in Clinical Research Design and Implementation (4.5/18 units)
36 units comprising:
EXSC9001A Exercise and Neuromusculoskeletal Conditions (Practicum A) (4.5/9 units)
EXSC9001B Exercise and Neuromusculoskeletal Conditions (Practicum B) (4.5/9 units)
EXSC9002A Exercise and Metabolic Cardiopulmonary Conditions (Practicum A) (4.5/9 units)
EXSC9002B Exercise and Metabolic Cardiopulmonary Conditions (Practicum B) (4.5/9 units)
EXSC9003A Exercise Management in Special Populations (Practicum A) (4.5/9 units)
EXSC9003B Exercise Management in Special Populations (Practicum B) (4.5/9 units)
REHB9010C Dissertation in Clinical Research Design and Implementation (4.5/18 units)
REHB9010D Dissertation in Clinical Research Design and Implementation (4.5/18 units)
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