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Overview

This degree provides graduates with accreditation as an exercise scientist (AES) with the national governing body, Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). Over the course of the program students will gain a thorough understanding of the function of the human body through studying anatomy and physiology in depth. Students will … For more content click the Read More button below. This program is only available as part of the integrated Bachelor of Applied Exercise Science/ Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology double-degree (3897) and is not available as a separate standalone program for direct entry.

Learning Outcomes

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Practise in an ethical, collaborative, responsible, professional, client centred manner by critically analysing evidence and applying decision-making and problem-solving skills within the scope of practice 
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Apply a detailed working knowledge of anatomical and mechanical principles to analyse, deconstruct and reconstruct human movement
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Apply a detailed working knowledge of physiological principles to analyse the effects of exercise to improve fitness and health
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Analyse how function and movement are determined by the neurological and musculoskeletal systems
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Demonstrate expertise in the design and delivery of a broad range of exercise-based assessments and interventions for individuals or groups in good health, for the prevention of disease, maintenance of health, and improvement of performance
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Demonstrate expertise in the delivery of exercise-based assessments and interventions for individuals or groups with illness, injury or disability, that have been prescribed by a health professional qualified in clinical exercise prescription
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Apply behaviour change principles to support the adoption and maintenance of healthy lifestyle behaviours, including exercise and physical activity
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Practise effectively, sensitively and respectfully with all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, as well as gender and/or sexually diverse people, and people living with a disability
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Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders including families, carers and other health and exercise professionals, and maintain appropriate documentation and records of services
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Graduate Capabilities

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Program Structure

Students must complete 144 UOC when taken as a standalone program.

This program is currently not offered as a standalone program.

Disciplinary Component144 Units of Credit:

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Program Requirements

Participation and Enrolment Requirements

Criminal records check

Working with Children Check

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Compulsory Training Component

Clinical and other workplace observations and simulation training will be undertaken regularly throughout this program to prepare you for your advanced WIL experiences. 

You will complete a minimum of 140 hours of placement throughout the program to meet accreditation as an Accredited Exercise Scientist.

Progression Requirements

Students are permitted to attempt the same course a maximum of three times. A student who fails the same course for the third time will not be permitted to re-enrol.

For more information on university policy on progression requirements please visit Academic Progression

Associated Programs

Related Double Degree

Bachelor of Applied Exercise Science - BAppExSci
Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology - MClinExPhys3897 - Applied Exercise Science / Clinical Exercise Physiology

Nested Postgraduate Program

Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology - MClinExPhys9069 - Clinical Exercise Physiology

Professional Outcomes

Accreditations

Exercise and Sports Science Australia

Professional Recognition

Graduates are eligible for accreditation as an Exercise Scientist and for membership of Exercise; Sports Science Australia (ESSA).

Recognition of Achievement

University Medal

Award of Pass with Distinction

Additional Information

This program is offered as a 4.4 year Bachelor of Applied Exercise Science/ Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology double-degree. A qualification will be awarded on completion of the 4.4 year program.

Program Fees

At UNSW fees are generally charged at course level and therefore dependent upon individual enrolment and other factors such as student's residency status. For generic information on fees and additional expenses of UNSW programs, click on one of the following:

Domestic Students
Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable)
International Students

Additional Expenses and Resources

Students will be required to purchase the following items as part of the program: laboratory coat, laboratory glasses, clinical uniform/polo shirt and stethoscope and pay for First Aid and CPR training courses.

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