Bachelor of Exercise Physiology
UNSW Sydney
Type of institution: Higher Education Institutions
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00098G
This program has a strong professional focus and includes 500 hours of industry practicum placements. It draws on the strengths of its unique positioning within the Faculty of Medicine and the School of Medical Sciences. The program offers a comprehensive education in the area of health and exercise with a focus on the use of physical activity as preventative and rehabilitative therapy.
Structure
Commencing with the basic sciences, students are introduced to the principles of health and exercise in Year 1 and continue to develop these skills throughout the course. Learning has a practical focus including scenario-based learning and client and patient contact.
Subjects
- Clinical exercise
- Exercise physiology
- Functional anatomy
- Motor control
- Physiology
- Rehabilitation
Standard entry requirements
- Year 12 or equivalent
- Recommended knowledge: Chemistry, Mathematics. Selection criteria: academic merit
Recognition
Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA)
Study pathways
Applications for credit transfer will be considered after offers are made.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington | Yes |
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Further information
Teaching is primarily delivered by staff of the Faculty of Medicine, and utilises its teaching hospitals and research institutes. Graduates may expect to find employment as Exercise Physiologists in rehabilitation clinics and hospitals working in post-acute rehabilitation, sports medicine clinics, corporate health, specialised fitness centres, government departments establishing policy guidelines regarding physical activity and preventative health, and private practice for rehabilitation/exercise prescription for people requiring specialist guidance (e.g. workplace rehabilitation).
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