Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology

The course is offered on a one-and-a-half-year, full-time or three-year, part-time basis.

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in exercise science with a minimum GPA of 5/7 AND Current accreditation as an Exercise Scientist (AES) with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA)

OR

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in exercise science with full or provisional accreditation by ESSA, with a minimum GPA of 5/7

OR

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in exercise science with a minimum GPA of 5/7 AND Approved Graduate Entry Assessment from ESSA, valid at the time of applying for the UTS course

OR

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in exercise science with a minimum GPA of 4.5/7 AND A minimum of 6 months full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience including but not limited to key areas of practice as outlined in the ESSA Scope of Practice for an AES AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Clinical Exercise Physiology

UTS: Sport and Exercise Science degrees that are recognised for entry into C04449 Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology include:

• C10300 Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Exercise Science major, or Exercise Therapy major)
• C10302 Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Exercise Science major) Bachelor of Arts in International Studies
• C10328 Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Exercise Science major) Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience:

• Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
  • A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
  • A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
  • A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
  • An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
  • A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)

For applicants who need to demonstrate their interest in the course:

• Personal statement outlining capability, commitment, and motivation for studying the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology.

Professional and Clinical Requirements

Prior to enrolling into, or at enrolment in this course, all successful applicants are required to:

• acquire an Australian National Police Clearance and Working With Children Check.
• provide evidence of certification currency for Senior First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) by a registered training organisation.

During the first 6-weeks of Semester 1, all successful applicants are required to complete a series of NSW Health forms including their code of conduct declaration and evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases (as per the NSW Health policy).

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential to the successful completion of a course. For more information about inherent requirements and where prospective and current students can get assistance and advice regarding these, see the UTS Inherent requirements page.

Prospective and current students should carefully read the Inherent Requirements Statement below and consider whether they might experience challenges in successfully completing this course.

UTS will make reasonable adjustments to teaching and learning, assessment, professional experiences, course related work experience and other course activities to facilitate maximum participation by students with disabilities, carer responsibilities, and religious or cultural obligations in their courses.

It is a requirement of the course for students to complete a number of clinical placements. Clinical placements involve a clinical exercise physiology student entering clinical settings (on-campus and off-campus) to undertake the practical components of the course required for accreditation with ESSA. If a student has a condition or disability that prevents them from completing a placement, completion of the degree may be hindered. A full list and description of the Inherent Requirements along with academic and professional examples may be found here.

Scholarships

Prizes and awards

The Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology is provisionally accredited with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) as a qualification leading to registration as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist.