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The University of Western Australia (UWA)

  • 22% international / 78% domestic

Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences and Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology

  • Bachelor

Become an Exercise Physiologist to provide exercise interventions for people with chronic and complex medical conditions This Combined Bachelor's and Master's (CBM) is a four-year accelerated program for those with an ATAR of 82 or above.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Course Code
CM018
Study Mode
In person

About this course

By completing this Combined Bachelor's and Master's course you will graduate with both a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences and a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology. In your first three years you will complete the Sport Science, Exercise and Health Extended Major where you will learn to apply theoretical knowledge to develop and deliver exercise-based interventions for fitness, performance, and health and wellbeing. The award-winning work-integrated learning program will provide you with opportunities to integrate theoretical knowledge in real-world professional settings as well as to interact with professionals in the industry. The Sport Science, Exercise and Health major (MJD-SEHDM) in any course leading to a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences or Bachelor of Philosophy is accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). Graduates will be eligible to apply as an accredited exercise scientist. During this time you will also undertake a semester of postgraduate study. You will then complete a final year of postgraduate study in the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology where you will acquire knowledge and develop skills in preparation for work in the allied health industry. The Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (73520) is accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). Graduates will be eligible to apply for accreditation to practice as an accredited exercise physiologist. You may structure a course which is best tailored to their future requirements and area of specialisation. The course is designed to provide a holistic understanding of the use of exercise as a modality in the treatment of musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, metabolic and other chronic and complex conditions. If you decide not to continue in the CBM you can exit after three years with a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences (Advanced). Note that the Advanced Bachelor Degree is available only as a CBM exit award. It is not offered for direct enrolment and is not awarded on completion of the CBM.

Entry requirements

Admission requirements

The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you're interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.

Admission requirements
For applicants with recent secondary education, information on admission criteria is available on our entry requirements page or on the UWA Handbook for course specific requirements and prerequisites.
Admission requirements
Minimum entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements

Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).

Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
  • 80.4
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 276
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 332
Trinity College Foundation
  • 308
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 67
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 61
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 82
Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
  • 80.4
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 276
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 332
Trinity College Foundation
  • 308
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 67
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 61
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 82
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

Study locations

Perth

Career pathways

Careers and further study

This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.

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 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
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.

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.