Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology

The course information on this page is for new students commencing their degree in 2016 only. 

Students should follow the rules and requirements for the year that they commenced their course. The online course information for years prior to 2016 are available from the Archives link in the menu.

Students should also review current subject availabilities via the Subject Descriptions link in the menu.

Overview

The Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology aims to produce professional Exercise Physiologists who can utilise exercise to prevent and rehabilitate those with chronic disease and injury in the broader community.

As an Accredited Exercise Physiologist you can register as an Allied Health Professional with Medicare, WorkCover NSW, private health insurers and potentially interstate organisations.

Many graduates work within private exercise physiology clinics across a broad range of rehabilitation areas, including (but not limited to) cardiac rehabilitation, diabetes management, falls prevention, chronic and complex disease management, and return-to-work programs.

A Supplementary Assessment Form must accompany applications for entry into this course. As there are only a limited number of places available in this program, entry is competitive.

The Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology has been approved by DEEWR as an eligible Masters program for Student Income Support. For information regarding eligibility contact Centrelink on 132 490.

Entry Requirements

Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.

Course Learning Outcomes

Students graduating from the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology will be able to:

1. Exercise critical thinking and judgement about recent developments in clinical exercise physiology and appreciate concepts and perspectives associated with professional practice as an accredited exercise physiologist.
2. Apply extensive knowledge of research principles and methods pertinent to allied health and professional practice in particular related to the practice of clinical exercise physiology.
3. Investigate, analyse and synthesise information, problems, concepts and theories.
4. Justify and demonstrate the application of a range of clinical competencies in professional practice and further learning.
5. Apply and integrate extensive knowledge and skills to assist in the planning and execution of clinical practicum exercise interventions.
6. Demonstrate general knowledge and skills in the broader context of exercise physiology as it pertains to business principles, the work health and safety sector and/or public health and policy
7. Demonstrate evidence of outcomes related to Discipline Threshold Learning Outcomes and/or Professional Accreditation Requirements with respect to pathological conditions and special populations Including:
   1. Exercise assessment, prescription and delivery.
   2. Analysis and modification of movement
   3. Understanding physiological systems integration and pathophysiology
   4. Analysis and interpretation of statistics and research methodology
8. Design, apply, generate and evaluate theories, methodologies and concepts for professional practice or scholarship.
9. Demonstrate advanced skills in critical thinking, reasoning and reflection.
10. Justify, interpret and communicate propositions, methodologies, conclusions and professional decisions.

Course Structure

The Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology requires the successful completion of 72 credit points of subjects in accordance with the table below.

This course is not available part-time.

Note that this degree has 360 hours of compulsory clinical placement which is completed in Spring Session as part of the Clinical Practicum subject. Any student going on placement in NSW Health facilities will need to comply with the relevant occupational screening policy and vaccination requirements before placement commences. NSW Health can provide details of necessary vaccinations. In order to enrol in professional practice subjects, all UOW MClinExPhys students must provide a completed National Criminal Record Check and a Prohibited Employment Declaration Form. For further information, refer to Course Finder.

Credit Arrangements

Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.

Professional Recognition/Accreditation

The Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology has been accredited by Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA). Upon graduation, students are eligible to apply for membership as an Exercise Scientist and accreditation as an Exercise Physiologist.

Other Information

Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: smah-students@uow.edu.au