Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology

Note

Applications close 28 January 2024. However, applications may close earlier (without notice) based on the volume of applications received. It is recommended to apply early as applications and eligibility will be assessed on a rolling basis.

Applicants are welcome to apply in the final session of their qualifying degree. If successful, applicants may receive a conditional offer pending the successful completion of their qualifying degree and/or any other conditions.

It is important to note that meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee an offer of a place in the course.

Commonwealth Supported Places

There are a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available in this course, which are competitive and awarded based on merit. To be considered for a CSP, applicants must:

• Indicate their interest in a CSP on their application.
• Apply on time in line with CSP deadlines (it is recommended applicants apply early as applications are assessed progressively).

Eligible applicants must accept their offer by the lapse date to retain their place. Please note that due to the competitive nature of the course, applicants may not receive their CSP outcome until commencement of Autumn B session.

For application deadlines and information, please refer to Postgraduate courses with Commonwealth Supported Places.

The Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology provides you with an established pathway to become an allied health professional as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA), where you will help people prevent, manage, or overcome acute and chronic health conditions through exercise medicine.

Delivered at the state-of-the-art UTS Moore Park Precinct, the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology is an evidence-informed and practice-based course where you are provided with high-quality teaching and extensive work-integrated learning opportunities by experienced clinical educators who are established leaders in their field. You will be afforded with the knowledge, tools, and applied experience to become a highly regarded, and well-rounded clinical exercise physiologist.

Underpinned by a world-leading research program with strong links to industry, you will develop and test your clinical skills across diverse clinical conditions in a supportive and nurturing environment. These clinical skills are then refined in a variety of real-world settings with clinical clients supported by our industry partners, providing you with at least 360 hours of authentic and immersive clinical experience. Through consolidation of prior learning and experience, you will be given the tools to develop a deeper understanding of advanced practices and principles of clinical exercise medicine and to understand and optimise person-centred care in professional and interprofessional settings. Supporting evidence-based clinical reasoning as a cornerstone professional practice, you will also engage with research and learn how to critically analyse, reflect, and synthesise scientific research as it relates to clinical exercise physiology.

Upon completion, you will confidently manage people presenting with diverse ranges of acute and chronic conditions including people with multimorbidity who commonly experience complex and diverse health problems. Additionally, you will be eligible to apply for health provider numbers with Medicare Australia, Department of Veteran Affairs, and other compensable funds and schemes as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist. This course also provides you with several micro-credentials to ensure you stand-out from the pack, and graduate as a highly qualified allied health professional. These include certification in Mental Health First Aid, Indigenous Australian Cultural Competency, Good Clinical Practice, and Senior First Aid with CPR.

The Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology is designed and delivered by a world-class team of nationally and internationally recognised experts in their field. Students learn from clinicians who have established private exercise clinics and professional practices, and have worked across public and private health sectors, with expertise across a range of disciplines ensuring that real-world examples of evidence-informed clinical practice are at the heart of everything students learn.

This course provides students with more than their degree in clinical exercise physiology. Students also achieve Mental Health First Aid Training and Accreditation; Indigenous Cultural Capability Training in Health; Good Clinical Practice Certification; and currency in Senior First Aid with CPR, giving students a competitive edge in the job market.

Students are immersed in professional environments including UTS’ Exercise Medicine Clinic at the world-class Moore Park facility, embedded within a health and high-performance precinct that boasts extensive connections with hospitals and health services to support practical and authentic learning.

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in exercise science with a minimum GPA of 5/7 AND Current accreditation as an Exercise Scientist (AES) with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA)

OR

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in exercise science with full or provisional accreditation by ESSA, with a minimum GPA of 5/7

OR

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in exercise science with a minimum GPA of 5/7 AND Approved Graduate Entry Assessment from ESSA, valid at the time of applying for the UTS course

OR

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in exercise science with a minimum GPA of 4.5/7 AND A minimum of 6 months full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience including but not limited to key areas of practice as outlined in the ESSA Scope of Practice for an AES AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Clinical Exercise Physiology

UTS: Sport and Exercise Science degrees that are recognised for entry into C04449 Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology include:

• C10300 Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Exercise Science major, or Exercise Therapy major)
• C10302 Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Exercise Science major) Bachelor of Arts in International Studies
• C10328 Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Exercise Science major) Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience:

• Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
  • A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
  • A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
  • A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
  • An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
  • A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)

For applicants who need to demonstrate their interest in the course:

• Personal statement outlining capability, commitment, and motivation for studying the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology.

Professional and Clinical Requirements

Prior to enrolling into, or at enrolment in this course, all successful applicants are required to:

• acquire an Australian National Police Clearance and Working With Children Check.
• provide evidence of certification currency for Senior First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) by a registered training organisation.

During the first 6-weeks of Semester 1, all successful applicants are required to complete a series of NSW Health forms including their code of conduct declaration and evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases (as per the NSW Health policy).

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in exercise science with a minimum GPA of 5/7 AND Current accreditation as an Exercise Scientist (AES) with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA)

OR

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in exercise science with full or provisional accreditation by ESSA, with a minimum GPA of 5/7

OR

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in exercise science with a minimum GPA of 5/7 AND Approved Graduate Entry Assessment from ESSA, valid at the time of applying for the UTS course

OR

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in exercise science with a minimum GPA of 4.5/7 AND A minimum of 6 months full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience including but not limited to key areas of practice as outlined in the ESSA Scope of Practice for an AES AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Clinical Exercise Physiology

UTS: Sport and Exercise Science degrees that are recognised for entry into C04449 Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology include:

• C10300 Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Exercise Science major, or Exercise Therapy major)
• C10302 Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Exercise Science major) Bachelor of Arts in International Studies
• C10328 Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Exercise Science major) Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience:

• Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
  • A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
  • A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
  • A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
  • An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
  • A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)

For applicants who need to demonstrate their interest in the course:

• Personal statement outlining capability, commitment, and motivation for studying the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology.

Professional and Clinical Requirements

Prior to enrolling into, or at enrolment in this course, all successful applicants are required to:

• acquire an Australian National Police Clearance and Working With Children Check.
• provide evidence of certification currency for Senior First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) by a registered training organisation.

During the first 6-weeks of Semester 1, all successful applicants are required to complete a series of NSW Health forms including their code of conduct declaration and evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases (as per the NSW Health policy).

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

• Clinical Exercise Physiologist
• Accredited Exercise Physiologist