Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (MClinExP)
Information valid for students commencing 2018
Duration
1.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2018
Semester 2 (23 Jul, 2018)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5518
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
An approved degree in Exercise and Sport Science (or equivalent) and be recognised as an exercise scientist by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA); or have been assessed by ESSA as being deficient only in exercise science subject areas covered by the MClinExP program.
Entry is competitive based on GPA.
Additional application information
Domestic students in the MClinExP may be eligible for income support and should contact Centrelink.
This program has pre-placement requirements which must be met prior to commencement of the program or a placement course. Further details can be found on the Placement Ready website.
For applicants who need to provide evidence of English proficiency, please note that this program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum.
AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - February 28 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences
Email: hmns@enquire.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 6240
Duration
1.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2018
Semester 2 (23 Jul, 2018)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5518
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
An approved degree in Exercise and Sport Science (or equivalent) and be recognised as an exercise scientist by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA); or have been assessed by ESSA as being deficient only in exercise science subject areas covered by the MClinExP program.
Entry is competitive based on GPA.
CRICOS Code: 061814A
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - February 28 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: +61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology?
Clinical Exercise Physiology graduates are in high demand in the exercise rehabilitation, health and fitness, and sport science industries.
This program is designed to permit suitably qualified university graduates to meet the requirements for Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) accreditation in just one and a half years of intensive study and clinical training. Only ESSA accredited Exercise Physiologists can provide exercise science services covered by Medicare (the national health care scheme), Work Cover and the Department of Veterans' Affairs.
Students are provided with specialised skills and knowledge in exercise prescription and programming for patients with acute and chronic medical conditions, injury prevention and exercise interventions. The program provides a comprehensive coverage of key pathologies including metabolic, cardiovascular, neurological, musculoskeletal, and acute conditions. Students will work with clients with specific clinical conditions in each of our five specialised on-campus exercise clinics. Students will also appreciate the role of exercise scientists in health promotion, injury prevention and effective treatment planning, implementation and evaluation.
What you can study
This program provides students with a comprehensive coverage of key pathologies including metabolic, cardiovascular, neurological, musculoskeletal and progressive conditions. Students will develop specialised skills and knowledge in the design and delivery of exercise interventions for clinical populations including acute and chronic medical conditions (e.g. diabetes mellitis and coronary heart disease), injury (e.g. spinal cord injury, brain injury) and lower back pain.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Placement courses
Students will undertake approximately 600 hours of supervised clinical practice in a range of clinical settings that includes hospitals and a variety of health care organisations. During their placements, students will have the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge acquired through coursework to practice and develop their clinical skills in real life setting.
Students will commence their clinical placements in the second semester of the program. During the third and final semester students will undertake their final two major clinical placements.
Please note, some placement providers require students to provide a criminal history check and the students allocated to these placement providers will be required to supply this.
The School is committed to the reduction of urban bias in the content of its programs. Students undertaking practicum as part of their program could be allocated placements outside the Brisbane metropolitan area. Allocation of placements will be as equitable as possible and issues of hardship will be dealt with at the discretion of the Practicum and Clinical Education Manager. Where allocated placements are allocated regional, rural or remote students should expect to fund these placements independently.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
An approved degree in Exercise and Sport Science (or equivalent) and be recognised as an exercise scientist by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA); or have been assessed by ESSA as being deficient only in exercise science subject areas covered by the MClinExP program.
Entry is competitive based on GPA.
Additional application information
Domestic students in the MClinExP may be eligible for income support and should contact Centrelink.
This program has pre-placement requirements which must be met prior to commencement of the program or a placement course. Further details can be found on the Placement Ready website.
For applicants who need to provide evidence of English proficiency, please note that this program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
An approved degree in Exercise and Sport Science (or equivalent) and be recognised as an exercise scientist by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA); or have been assessed by ESSA as being deficient only in exercise science subject areas covered by the MClinExP program.
Entry is competitive based on GPA.
Additional application requirements
This program has limited intake capacity.
This program may have inherent requirements that need to be met prior to undertaking placement.
Students must obtain at the commencement of the program and thereafter hold for the duration of the program, a current Blue card and First Aid Certificate (including CPR).
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 061814A
English proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - February 28 of the year of commencement.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Annual CPR re-certification (approximately $60 per year)
- Senior First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approximately $155 renewed every 3 years)
What you can do with a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
Careers
Graduates may choose to work as an accredited exercise physiologist in a hospital, health and fitness centre, sporting academy, sports clinic, rehabilitation clinic or in your own private practice.
Graduates may specialise in areas including:
- Musculoskeletal rehabilitation
- Cardiac rehabilitation
- Chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes, obesity)
- Health promotion and disease prevention
- Return to work settings
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Exercise & Sports Science Australia
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- EXERCISE & SPORTS SCIENCE AUSTRALIA
Program rules for the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
To complete the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
