Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (coursework or coursework and dissertation) (73520)
The University of Western Australia
About
UWA's admission requirements for some postgraduate courses have changed for Semester 2, 2020 to facilitate student access to study during the COVID-19 situation.
In many cases, these changes may not be extended beyond 2020.
Contact Future Students for more information.In the past 15 years, under the guidance of a professional body—Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA), accredited Exercise Physiologists (EPs) have gained national recognition as the allied health professional with the knowledge and experience to prescribe exercise for people with chronic and complex medical conditions.
EPs now have provider status with the Health Insurance Commission (Medicare), as well as many private and government health and compensable insurance schemes.This master's degree course will develop students' knowledge and skills in preparation for work in the allied health industry.
The course will be accredited by ESSA so that graduates will be eligible to apply for accreditation status.
Students 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.
Structure
| KEY TO AVAILABILITY OF UNITS: |
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| S1 = Semester 1; S2 = Semester 2 |
All units have a value of six points unless otherwise stated.
Students who have not completed (a) a Bachelor of Science from this university with a double major in Sport Science and Exercise and Health, or equivalent as recognised by the faculty; or (b) a bachelor's degree in Sport, Exercise and/or Movement Sciences from a recognised tertiary institution that has been accredited by ESSA at the 'Exercise Science' level must complete relevant conversion unit(s) up to the value of 24 points, as advised by the faculty.
| AVAILABILITY | UNITCODE | UNITNAME | UNIT REQUIREMENTS | CONTACT HOURS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2 | SSEH2290 | Promoting Lifelong Physical Activity | lectures: 2 hours per week; labs: 1 hours per week | |
| S1 | SSEH3301 | Exercise Prescription and Nutrition for Health and Fitness | Prerequisites: SSEH2260 Exercise Physiology | lectures: 2 hours per week; labs: 1 hour per week plus fitness testing |
| S1, S2 | SSEH3345 | Lifespan Motor Development | Prerequisites: any Level 2 SSEH unit | lectures: 2 hours per week; tutorials: weeks 7, 9, 11, 12; labs: 1 hour for the first 6 weeks; practicals: 2 hours per week for weeks 2–13 |
| S1, S2 | SSEH3393 | Professional Practice Part 1 (0 points) | Prerequisites: enrolment in the Bachelor of Science (Sport Science major) or Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Health major) or Bachelor of Science (Sport Science, Exercise and Health double major) and must have completed 72 points toward the degree; Incompatibility: SSEH3392 Professional Practice; SSEH3390 Professional Practice Part 1; SSEH3391 Professional Practice Part 2 | seminars: 1 hour per week for 6 weeks; placement preparation: assignment and interview; practicum placement: 70 hours |
| S1, S2 | SSEH3394 | Professional Practice Part 2 | Prerequisites: enrolment in the Bachelor of Science (Sport Science major) or Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Health major) or Bachelor of Science (Sport Science, Exercise and Health double major) and must have completed 72 points in the degree; Incompatibility: SSEH3392 Professional Practice; SSEH3390 Professional Practice Part 1; SSEH3391 Professional Practice Part 2 | seminars: 1 hour per week for 13 weeks; placement preparation: assignment and interview; practicum placement: 70 hours |
Take all units (72 points):
| AVAILABILITY | UNITCODE | UNITNAME | UNIT REQUIREMENTS | CONTACT HOURS |
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| S1, S2 | SSEH4489 | Advanced Exercise Rehabilitation | Incompatibility: SSEH3389 Exercise Rehabilitation | Lectures: 2 hours per week; Labs: 2 hour per week |
| S1 | SSEH4664 | Exercise and Health Psychology | Prerequisites: enrolment in the Master of Exercise Science (52510); or the Master of Health Science (71540); or the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (73520); or honours in the Faculty of Science | The lectures, laboratories and seminars will occur in two 3-week intensive blocks (at the beginning and end of semester), leaving a 8-week space in between for industry placements. These intensive teaching blocks will require your presence on campus full time. |
| S2 | SSEH5643 | Cardiac Rehabilitation | Prerequisites: enrolment in the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (73520). This unit is available, with the permission of the Head of School, to students in the honours or graduate courses within the School of Human Sciences. | lectures: 2 x 2 hours per week; labs: 2 x 2 hours per week for 6 weeks |
| S1 | SSEH5644 | Neurological Rehabilitation | The lectures, laboratories and seminars occur in two 3-week intensive blocks (at the beginning and end of semester), leaving an 8-week space in between for industry placements. These intensive teaching blocks require students' presence on campus full-time. | |
| S1 | SSEH5645 | Workplace Injury Prevention and Management | Prerequisites: enrolment in the Master of Exercise Science (52510); or the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (73520) | The lectures, laboratories and seminars will occur in two 3-week intensive blocks (at the beginning and end of semester), leaving a 8-week space in between for industry placements. These intensive teaching blocks will require your presence on campus full time. |
| S2 | SSEH5646 | Chronic and Complex Conditions 1 | Prerequisites: Postgraduate study in Sport Science, Exercise and Health within Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology. SSEH5691 Industry Practicum I | The lectures, laboratories and seminars occur in two 3-week intensive blocks (at the beginning and end of semester), leaving an 8-week space in between for industry placements. These intensive teaching blocks require students' presence on campus full-time. |
| S1 | SSEH5647 | Chronic and Complex Conditions 2 | The lectures, laboratories and seminars occur in two 3-week intensive blocks (at the beginning and end of semester), leaving an 8-week space in between for Work Integrated Learning (WIL). These intensive teaching blocks require students' presence on campus full-time. | |
| S2 | SSEH5651 | Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation | Prerequisites: enrolment in the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (73520). This unit is available, with the permission of the Head of School, to students in the honours or postgraduate courses within the School of Human Sciences. | The lectures, laboratories and seminars will occur in two 3-week intensive blocks (at the beginning and end of semester), leaving a 8-week space in between for industry placements. These intensive teaching blocks will require your presence on campus full time. |
| S1 | SSEH5667 | Paediatric Exercise Rehabilitation | Prerequisites: enrolment in the Graduate Diploma in Exercise Rehabilitation (50380) or the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (73520); or the Master of Exercise Science (coursework) (52510)—only with permission from the unit coordinator | The lectures, laboratories and seminars will occur in two 3-week intensive blocks (at the beginning and end of semester), leaving a 8-week space in between for industry placements. These intensive teaching blocks will require your presence on campus full time. |
| S1 | SSEH5691 | Industry Practicum I | Prerequisites: Enrolment in the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (73520) and have a course plan developed including enrolment in this unit. | Weekly workshops will be conducted on campus incorporating face-to-face learning linked with preparation for clinical practice and work integrated learning. Additional content will be delivered online via online platforms. |
| S2 | SSEH5692 | Industry Practicum II | Prerequisites: enrolment in the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (73520) or the Master of Exercise Science (52510), and/or have a course plan developed including approved enrolment in this unit. | The lectures, laboratories and seminars will occur in two 3-week intensive blocks (at the beginning and end of semester), leaving a 8-week space in between for Work Integrated Learning (WIL). These intensive teaching blocks will require your presence on campus full time. |
| S1, S2 | SSEH5693 | Industry Practicum 3 | Prerequisites: enrolment in the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (73520) or the Master of Exercise Science (52510), and/or have a course plan developed including approved enrolment in this unit. | The lectures, laboratories and seminars will occur in two 3-week intensive blocks (at the beginning and end of semester), leaving a 8-week space in between for Work Integrated Learning (WIL). These intensive teaching blocks will require your presence on campus full time. |
| S1, S2 | SSEH5699 | Exercise Physiology Clinical Portfolio (0 points) | No contact hours. Students submit a portfolio to the course coordinator. |
Students in the course by coursework and dissertation take 24 points.
| AVAILABILITY | UNITCODE | UNITNAME | UNIT REQUIREMENTS | CONTACT HOURS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1, S2 | SSEH5020 | Literature Review and Research Proposal | Prerequisites: enrolment in the Master of Exercise Science (52510) or the Master of Work Health and Safety (74530) and (a) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent in at least 24 points of Level 3 units in a relevant undergraduate major; or (b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent in at least 24 points of Level 3, 4 and 5 units completed within the course. An approved supervisor must have confirmed their willingness and availability to supervise the research project. Co-requisites: SSEH5021 Sport Science Exercise and Health Research Project Part 1 | 1 hour weekly meetings with supervisor |
| S1, S2 | SSEH5021 | Sport Science Exercise and Health Research Project Part 1 | Prerequisites: enrolment in a master's degree in the Faculty of Science. Students who want to undertake a research project as an optional unit must have (a) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent in at least 24 points of the Level 3 units of a relevant bachelor's degree; or (b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent in at least 24 points of Levels 3, 4 and 5 units in the master's degree. An approved supervisor must have confirmed their willingness and availability to supervise the research project. Co-requisites: SSEH5020 Literature Review and Research Proposal | averarge 1 hour weekly meetings with research supervisor |
| S1, S2 | SSEH5022 | Sport Science Exercise and Health Research Project Part 2 | Prerequisites: enrolment in the Master of Exercise Science (52510) or the Master of Work Health and Safety (74530) Co-requisites: SSEH5023 Sport Science Exercise and Health Research Project Part 3 | average 1 hour weekly meetings with research supervisor |
| S1, S2 | SSEH5023 | Sport Science Exercise and Health Research Project Part 3 | Prerequisites: enrolment in the Master of Exercise Science (52510) or the Master of Work Health and Safety (74530) Co-requisites: SSEH5020 Literature Review and Research Proposal; SSEH5021 Sport Science Exercise and Health Research Project Part 1; SSEH5022 Sport Science Exercise and Health Research Project Part 2 | average 1 hour weekly meetings with research supervisor |
See also the rules for the course and the Student Rules.
Entry requirements
4.(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a relevant bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent.
(2) Applicants must compete for a place in Semester 1 if they have either;
(a) a bachelor's degree that has been accredited by Exercise & Sport Science Australia at the 'Exercise Science' level;
or
(b) an official ESSA "Graduate Entry Assessment" letter that demonstrates equivalence with "Exercise Science" members.
(3) All other applicants must compete for a place in Semester 2, and must have a relevant bachelor's degree that included foundation units in anatomy, functional anatomy, human physiology, biomechanics, exercise physiology and research methods/statistics.
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