Undergraduate + Postgraduate
Bachelor of Science (Sport Science, Exercise and Health) and Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
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Careers and further study
This major opens up a world of future study pathways and career options.
Career Pathways
Accredited exercise physiologists specialise in clinical exercise interventions for people with a broad range of health issues. Those people may be at risk of developing, or have existing, medical conditions and injuries. The aims of exercise physiology interventions are to prevent or manage acute, sub- acute or chronic disease or injury, and assist in restoring one’s optimal physical function, health or wellness. These interventions are exercise-based and include health and physical activity education, advice and support and lifestyle modification with a strong focus on achieving behavioural change.
Accredited exercise physiologists work across a range of health settings including:
- Public and private hospitals
- Private and multidisciplinary medical or allied health clinics
- Government and not-for profit organisations
- Workplace health and rehabilitation
- Aged care facilities
- Disability service providers
- Fitness centres and gymnasiums
- Sports organisations
- Public health and health promotion organisations
Career Opportunities
Accredited Exercise Physiologist
Exercise Physiologist
Exercise Scientist
Further Study
The Master of Exercise Physiology (Coursework + Dissertation) – additional Dissertation pathway
At the end of your first year in the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (MCEP), you can apply to undertake a 96-point MCEP program which includes 4 research units and the completion of a dissertation at the end of the degree (e.g. comparable to a Honours pathway). This pathway provides valuable additional skills, particularly if you are interested in going into government, hospital or research roles beyond study. Additionally, it is a pathway to PhD and eligibility for scholarship.
Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
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Admission requirements
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers, mature-age applicants and those with previous tertiary study. If you’re interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.
Admission requirements
Minimum entry requirements
- 90
English competency
Mathematics requirement
This major requires a certain level of Mathematics. If you do not meet this level, you may be able to take additional Mathematics units in your first year to satisfy this requirement.
WACE prerequisite: Mathematics Applications ATAR
How to apply
Ready to apply for this major? Follow the steps and you’ll be on your way to joining us at UWA.
Course details
This Combined Bachelor and Master (CBM) is a four-year accelerated program for those with an ATAR of 90 or above. Over the first three years you’ll complete a double major in Sport Science, Exercise and Health, and some units from the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology. You can then choose to exit after three years with an Advanced Bachelor's Degree in Sport Science Exercise and Health, or continue with the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology and be awarded a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology at the end of the four years.
About the course
Quick details
- Available 2021
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1
- Undergraduate + Postgraduate
- CM018
- This course is not available to international student visa holders
Why study this course?
- This course will provide both BSc and Master’s qualifications in a four-year program.
- With full time study, you will achieve AEP accreditation in the shortest possible time, thereby enabling you to begin practice sooner than by other accredited programs with similar academic qualifications.
- This major focuses on combining your academic studies with developing your applied skills in line with industry accreditation and subsequent employment or research.
What you'll learn
- Foundation knowledge in the sub-disciplines of exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor control and learning, and sport psychology.
- Relevant skills for assessing human capacity and using this information as the basis for exercise prescription.
- Advanced knowledge and application of treatment modalities in the areas of cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, and other chronic and complex medical conditions.
- Work integrated learning opportunities to develop your specific understanding and skills in patient assessment and exercise prescription.
Course structure
In your first three years, you will complete the Sport Science, Exercise and Health (double major) and a semester of postgraduate study. You will then complete the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology. Refer to the example study plan for more information.
Course structure
Clinical Exercise Physiology Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s
BSc (Sport Science, Exercise and Health Double Major) and Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
Undergraduate (UG) specific units
Elective units
Postgraduate (PG) specific units
| YEAR | SEMESTER | UNITS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ST YEAR | 1 | SSEH1101 | ANHB1101 | SSEH1103 | SSEH2260 | |
| 2 | SSEH1102 | ANHB1102 | SSEH2240 | SSEH2270 | ||
| 2ND YEAR | 1 | SSEH2250 | SSEH3301 | SSEH3365 | Elective | |
| 2 | SSEH2290 | SSEH3385 | SSEH3375 | SSEH2295 | ||
| 3RD YEAR | 1 | SSEH3355 | SSEH3389 | SSEH3394 | Elective | |
| 2 | SSEH5643 | SSEH5651 | SSEH5691 | SSEH5646 | ||
| 4TH YEAR | 1 | SSEH4664 | SSEH5644 | SSEH5645 | SSEH5647 | |
| 2 | SSEH5667 | SSEH5692 | SSEH5693 | SSEH5694 | SSEH5699 | |
Unit Description
- SSEH1101 - The Musculoskeletal System and Movement
- ANHB1101 - Human Biology I: Becoming Human
- SSEH1103 - Physical Fitness and Health
- SSEH2260 - Exercise Physiology
- SSEH1102 - Applied Anatomy and Athletic Performance
- ANHB1102 - Human Biology II: Being Human
- SSEH2240 - Motor Learning and Control
- SSEH2270 - Psychosocial Aspects of Sport, Exercise & Health
- SSEH2250 - Biomechanics in Sport and Exercise
- SSEH3301 - Exercise Prescription and Nutrition for Health and Fitness
- SSEH3365 - Sport Physiology
- SSEH2290 - Promoting Lifelong Physical Activity
- SSEH3385 - Motor Development and Dysfunction
- SSEH3375 - Psychology of Sport
- SSEH2295 - Foundations of Work Integrated Learning
- SSEH3355 - Biomechanical Principles
- SSEH3389 - Exercise Rehabilitation
- SSEH3394 - Professional Practice Part 2
- SSEH5643 - Cardiac Rehabilitation
- SSEH5651 - Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
- SSEH5691 - Industry Practicum I
- SSEH5646 - Chronic and Complex Conditions 1
- SSEH4664 - Exercise and Health Psychology
- SSEH5644 - Neurological Rehabilitation
- SSEH5645 - Workplace Injury Prevention and Management
- SSEH5647 - Chronic and Complex Conditions 2
- SSEH5667 - Paediatric Exercise Rehabilitation
- SSEH5692 - Industry Practicum II
- SSEH5693 - Industry Practicum 3
- SSEH5694 - Research Colloquium
- SSEH5699 - Exercise Physiology Clinical Portfolio
Jordan Stares
Jordan Stares
Jordan Stares
BSc '14, BSc(Hons) '15
"I graduated from my undergraduate degree at UWA in 2013. Since then, I have been working as a strength and conditioning (S&C) coach at various WA sporting organisations including Perth Demons, GolfWA, Western Australian Institute of Sport. I enrolled in an applied PhD at UWA in 2015, whilst working at West Coast Fever, and commenced work fulltime as an assistant S&C coach at West Coast Eagles in November 2016."
"My prac work at UWA was key in gaining the relevant experience and networks to enter the industry immediately after graduating."
Jordan is an Strength and Conditioning Coach at West Coast Eagles football club. He is also completing a PhD part-time at UWA examining the subsequent injury risk following return to play in injured athletes. Prior to his current role, Jordan worked at a number of elite West Australian Sporting Organisations including West Coast Fever, GolfWA and the Western Australian Institute of Sport.
Read more about Jordan's story here.
Bonnie Furzer
Bonnie Furzer
Dr Bonnie Furzer
Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AES AEP) and Director of Thriving Exercise Rehabilitation Inc.
"Of course we know that exercise is good for you, but I continue to be surprised at how much of a difference well designed and delivered exercise can make both on how individuals feel, but also their clinically relevant outcomes. For cancer patients and survivors, and more broadly in other populations, the research continues to reflect these benefits. Our challenge now is to make exercise accessible for more people, and getting people to stick with it."
Whilst completing her PhD, Bonnie established Thriving Exercise Rehabilitation Inc – a not for profit with the mission to use exercise expertise to improve the health outcomes of kids & young people. Thriving offers exercise services for kids and young people, catering specifically for those who experience barriers to being active at school or within the community. This includes young people with musculoskeletal conditions; poor or delayed movement skills; behavioural, developmental or social challenges (e.g. non-verbal, social or activity anxiety); childhood cancer; metabolic disease and complex juvenile conditions (incl. intellectual/behavioural difficulties, depression/anxiety and Autism).
Read more about Bonnie's story here.
Industry engagement
The course also involves a high level of engagement with AEPs and other industry professionals, with a significant component of learning taking place in a clinical setting.
Industry engagement
Work Integrated Learning | Clinical Placement hosts
Due to its long history and well established industry partnerships, the course is supported by Work Integrated Learning partners who are at the forefront of the Accredited Exercise Physiology field. Students are provided with a minimum of 400 hours of clinical placements and training across various domains including (but not limited to):
Your degree options
Bachelor of Science
Course Accreditation
Why study clinical exercise physiology?
School of Human Sciences
UWA Exercise and Performance Centre
The UWA Exercise and Performance Centre (EPC) provides individual and group exercise services to improve health, function and physical performance.