University of Wollongong
Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology will allow you to upgrade your undergraduate exercise science qualifications so that you can work with individuals with disease and injury in the broader community. Clinical exercise physiology is an area of allied health that is specifically concerned with using exercise to restore good health and physical capability to people after illness or injury, or to improve the quality of life and manage physical function in people with chronic disease and physical disabilities.
This degree includes advanced clinical training for work as an exercise physiologist. As part of the course you will undertake 360 hours of clinical workplace experience. Completion of these hours is required in order to graduate. This experience is an essential part of the learning process and will allow you to put into practice what you've learned in the course to ensure that you will be work-ready for industry practice in both public and private facilities with a clinical focus.
Delivery mode
University of Wollongong offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Northfields Ave, Wollongong
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Admission Requirements
A recognized Bachelor degree in Exercise Science of at least three years' duration, or have ESSA approved Graduate Entry status. Applicants must also have acquired a minimum of 140 hours of supervised clinical placement with healthy populations prior to entry into the Masters.
Places in the Masters are limited, and a minimum credit average across all completed undergraduate subjects is required to be considered competitive for entry.
Please note: Allied health degrees (medicine, physiotherapy, nursing, etc.) do not meet the minimum requirements for entry into this course.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology will prepare you for the following roles.
Exercise Physiologist
An Exercise Physiologist creates physical activity programs for clients with a range of needs. You might develop exercise plans for people with a d...
Sports Scientist
Sports Scientists provide expert advice to professional athletes and their coaches. They can work in either professional practitioner roles (provid...
Strength and Conditioning Coach
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