MC-CEXPHY v.1 Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
MClinExPhysiol(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 097865D
Registered full-time Duration:
1.5 Years
Course Overview
Master Degrees (Coursework) prepare students to apply advanced knowledge for professional practice, scholarship and further learning corresponding to AQF level 9 qualifications.
This course has been developed to provide graduates with the opportunity to expand their knowledge in the field of clinical exercise physiology across a range of target pathologies and population groups. Students are provided with advanced theoretical knowledge, contemporary clinical experience and research opportunities for the development of quality improvement programs for exercise rehabilitation in a clinical setting.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Course Entry and Completion Details
Applicants for a Master Degree (Coursework) are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au. Subject to the duration of the course applicants usually require a Bachelor Degree or equivalent (and may require relevant work experience), Bachelor Honours Degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.
Specifically, applicants require a three-year Bachelor degree in Exercise and Sport Science or Human Movement from an Exercise and Sports Science Australia level 1 accredited course with a CWA (course weighted average) of at least 60.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm
Pathway to Further Study
Graduates may qualify for entry to Doctoral degrees. For further details, see the Graduate Research School website http://research.curtin.edu.au/postgraduate-research/future-research-students/entry-requirements/
Course Entry/Completion Note
Applicants for this course should refer to the Faculty website for more information on Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening and Clearance.
Course Organisation
Master Degrees (Coursework) contain a series of units in a specialised area of study which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences. They may also contain a range of majors/streams for students to choose from.
This is a dynamic course based on contemporary best practice. The course focuses on both clinical evidence and current concepts in rehabilitation practice relevant to exercise physiology. Development of advanced understanding of a complex body of knowledge that will allow for critical thinking, clinical reasoning and competent design, delivery and modification of exercise programs for rehabilitation are promoted through interactive teaching and supervised clinical practice. Students will have the opportunity to undertake research in clinical practice for exercise rehabilitation. Professionalism, clinical leadership and excellence in client management are expected graduate attributes.
Course Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply clinical exercise physiology principles and approaches in the treatment and management of persons at high risk of developing, or with existing chronic and complex clinical presentations drawing upon current research to guide clinical decision making
2. incorporate creativity and initiative to formulate, implement and critically evaluate effective exercise physiology practice
3. source and synthesise complex information and evidence using a range of technologies; apply professional and independent judgement to exercise physiology practice
4. exemplify highly developed communication and technical skills, both written and verbal, to effectively design, apply and justify professional practice with clients, health professionals and stakeholders
5. integrate appropriate technologies to create, amend and validate exercise interventions and professional decisions based on scientific evidence and clinical reasoning
6. apply a commitment to professional and personal development in the field of clinical exercise through educational engagement and on-going learning, self-evaluation of practice, and advocacy for exercise physiology
7. understand and promote a global health care perspective in regards to exercise physiology practice
8. support and respect individual human rights and cultural diversity in regards to exercise physiology services within a variety of settings
9. independently and through inter-professional working relationships, apply professional and ethical skills and behaviour across a range of professional settings
Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is 18 months full time or equivalent part time study. The course is available to international students studying in Australia on a study visa.
Location and delivery Mode
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2020 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| PATH6001 | v.1 | Cardiovascular and Respiratory Clinical Exercise Physiology | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| PATH6003 | v.1 | Clinical Exercise Physiology for Chronic Renal and Metabolic Conditions | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| PATH6002 | v.1 | Clinical Exercise Physiology for Musculoskeletal Conditions | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| REHT6008 | v.1 | Pre-clinical Practice and Professional Skills Practicum 1 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| PATH6004 | v.1 | Clinical Exercise Physiology for Neurological Conditions | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| REHT6002 | v.1 | Clinical Exercise Physiology for Workplace Injuries and Prevention | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| REHT6003 | v.1 | Evidence-based Clinical Exercise Physiology | 1.0 | 25.0 | |
| REHT6004 | v.1 | Clinical Exercise Physiology Skills Practicum 2 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| REHT6005 | v.1 | Clinical Exercise Physiology for Mental Health Recovery | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| PATH6005 | v.1 | Clinical Exercise Physiology for Special Care Populations | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| REHT6007 | v.1 | Clinical Exercise Physiology Skills Practicum 3 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| REHT6006 | v.1 | Evidence-based Clinical Exercise Physiology Projects | 1.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Further Information
If you need more course information, you may contact the relevant areas: For Current Students: Student Services Office, please click here for further details: http://students.curtin.edu.au/contact_offices.cfm. For Domestic Future Students: Curtin Connect Future Students, enquiries: https://future.connect.curtin.edu.au/ , Tel: +61-1300 222 888. For International Future Students: Curtin International, email: international@curtin.edu.au, Tel: +61-8-9266 7331.
Course Structure Disclaimer
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International students
International students studying in Australia on a student visa can only study full-time and there are also specific entry requirements that must be met. As some information contained in this publication may not be applicable to international students, refer to international.curtin.edu.au for further information. Australian citizens, permanent residents and international students studying outside Australia may have the choice of full-time, part-time and external study, depending on course availability and in-country requirements.
