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Charles Sturt University

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Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology

  • Masters (Coursework)

Play a critical role enhancing the health of the nation with the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology from Charles Sturt University. This degree prepares you for a rewarding career in this growing allied health profession. It is fully accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA).

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
1 year full-time
Study Mode
Online
Intake Months
Mar
Domestic Fees
$9,536 per year

About this course

Overview

Play a critical role enhancing the health of the nation with the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology from Charles Sturt University. This degree prepares you for a rewarding career in this growing allied health profession. It is fully accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) - in fact, this is the first postgraduate online exercise physiology degree to be accredited in Australia, gaining accreditation in 2012.

Accredited exercise physiologists deliver preventative exercise programs and interventions for the management of chronic and complex conditions and injuries - making a difference to individuals and communities.

Now even more affordable: save on your fees with a Commonwealth supported place (CSP). A CSP also means you can apply for a HECS-HELP loan to pay for your studies and defer repayment until you earn above a certain amount. Check the 'Fees' section to see how much you can save with a CSP.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Entry into the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology is competitive based on GPA. To be eligible to apply, prospective students must:

  1. Have graduated from a degree with full or provisional accreditation at the level of Exercise Science with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA), with a GPA of 4.5 or higher (please refer to the ESSA website for a list of accredited courses);
  2. OR Have graduated from a minimum three-year degree in exercise and/or sports science (or a related field) with a GPA of 4.5 or higher, and hold current ESSA accreditation at the level of Exercise Science (AES) at the time of application;
  3. OR Have graduated from a minimum three-year degree in exercise and/or sports science (or a related field) with a GPA of 4.5 or higher, and have an ESSA Graduate Entry Assessment outcome that confirms attainment of ALL elements within the Exercise Science Standards (only for students that graduated from an exercise and/or sports science degree that is NOT accredited with ESSA at the level of Exercise Science).

Applicants must also meet English language requirements. This requires a minimum overall academic IELT score of 7 with no score below a 7 in each of the individual skill areas (listening, reading, writing and speaking) or other qualification with scores deemed equivalent.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

What you will study

For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

Intensive school

You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.

Career pathways

Demand for exercise physiologists is increasing as Australia's population ages. As a graduate of Charles Sturt University's Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, you can work to improve people's health and wellbeing and make a positive contribution to the health of your community. Positions are available in private practice, multidisciplinary health clinics, workplace health centres, hospitals, aged care facilities and commercial health and fitness centres.

Course structure

Course information

This course consists of nine subjects in total, eight core subjects plus one 32 point restricted elective subject. This 32-point subject contains the clinical placement hours required in the course. Enrolment in the restricted elective subject is dependent upon the student's mode of study. Full-time students will complete the subject within one session of study and part-time students will complete the subject across two sessions of study.

Essential set (96 pts)Core subjects 64 Credit PointsCodeTitleCredit PointsEHR518Developing the Clinical Exercise Practitioner8 credit ptsEHR519Exercise Prescription for Cardiopulmonary Conditions8 credit ptsEHR520Pathomechanics and Exercise Prescription8 credit ptsEHR522Exercise for Metabolic and Mental Health Conditions8 credit ptsEHR523Exercise Prescription for Cancer Management8 credit ptsEHR524Workplace Assessment and Rehabilitation8 credit ptsEHR525Exercise for Neurological and Neuromuscular Conditions8 credit ptsEHR529Collaborative and Person-centred Practice in Exercise Physiology8 credit ptsRestricted electives 32 Credit Points

Select one (1) subject from the following dependent on mode of study:

CodeTitleCredit PointsEHR526Clinical Workplace Learning and Professionalism FT32 credit ptsEHR528Clinical Workplace Learning and Professionalism PT32 credit pts

Credit for prior study or work

If you've completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

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Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Health Services & Support courses at Charles Sturt University.
75.5%
Overall satisfaction
75.5%
Skill scale
62.2%
Teaching scale
84.1%
Employed full-time
$71.4k
Average salary