Become an Accredited Exercise Physiologist in a high-demand industry

With a deeper knowledge of the human body and how exercise affects it, an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) designs and delivers safe and effective exercise interventions that focus on clients with chronic and complex medical conditions, injuries, and disabilities. These interventions include health, exercise and physical activity education, advice and support, and lifestyle medication.

Highlights of studying the Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology

• In the field of sports and leisure, Griffith has a five-star rating for overall experience and teaching quality (Good Universities Guide 2024), so you'll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to excel in this dynamic, growing industry.
• Combine classroom learning with clinical training and practical placements. Build your skills and your professional networks through our on-campus clinics, or with leading community-based service providers working with individuals with a diverse range of chronic conditions and disabilities.
• Our state-of-the-art labs provide an unrivalled learning experience. This unique environment includes a $150 million Griffith Health Centre at the Gold Coast.
• At Australia's #1 university for elite athletes**, you¿ll have access to purpose-built, professional-grade facilities, including an Olympic swimming pool, athletics track, and high-tech labs.
• Study alongside students and staff from diverse clinical backgrounds, preparing you to collaborate across communities as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Learn using the latest technology, including cutting-edge simulations, and study alongside world-leading researchers who are at the forefront of their fields.

**Griffith had more athletes at the Paris Olympics than any other Australian University.

Honours

The Bachelor of Exercise Science (Honours) (2096) is available as an additional year of study.

Academic entry requirements (by country)

Academic entry requirements apply to International applicants for this program. You can view the academic entry requirements for this program here.

Griffith students may not apply for the Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology program by submitting an internal transfer.

Middle Eastern Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Tawjihiyah)

Grade average of 78 in the final year results OR successful completion of a recognised pre-tertiary or foundation program OR successful completion of one year study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School studies.

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:

• A minimum overall band score of 7.0 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.5
• OR a minimum score of 580 on TOEFL
• OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 92 (no score less than 22)
• OR no score less than 4 in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
• OR a minimum overall score of 185 (no score less than 176) on C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
• OR an overall score of 65 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 58

• Admission Procedure

Enrolled students and graduates of this program will be eligible to apply for registration with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) subject to meeting any additional requirements that may be stipulated by ESSA. As these requirements may change from time to time, students should contact ESSA to confirm registration requirements.

The healthcare and social assistance sectors are projected to grow by over 15% in the next five years, offering strong career prospects*. Clinical Exercise Physiology is ranked #2 on LinkedIn's 2023 Jobs on the Rise Australia list.

Griffith graduates are increasingly sought after by employers, and you'll also benefit from the unique opportunities arising from Brisbane hosting the 2032 Olympic Games.

As a graduate of this degree, you'll be dual accredited as an Exercise Scientist and an Exercise Physiologist with the skills and knowledge to work in these fields.

Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) are allied health professionals and can work in areas such as:

• chronic disease management
• fitness and sports
• return-to-work assessment
• respiratory and sleep medicine
• rehabilitation
• recreation management
• weight-loss management
• strength and conditioning
• occupational health and safety.

As an AEP, you may find work in the public or private health system, in hospitals and outpatient clinics, and in private practice as sole traders, multidisciplinary practices, aged care, or corporate health, population health, or workplace health and rehabilitation.

*Australian Government National Labour Market Information Portal