Undergraduate Course

Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science / Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology

Help people live more active lives and become an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with WA’s only integrated 4-year Exercise Physiology degree.

What type of student are you?

Murdoch code
B1400
Study mode
Part Time or Full Time
Duration
4
Selection rank
70
CRICOS code
106087G
First year fee (domestic)
$13,013
First year fee (international)
$39,240
Full course fee (domestic)
$58,559
Full course fee (international)
$176,580
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The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.

Overview

If you’re passionate about keeping people moving and helping to improve quality of life, this integrated undergraduate and postgraduate course will give you the qualification you need to register as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist.

Develop, implement and manage physical activity and behavioural programs for healthy clients and clients living with a range of chronic conditions as you explore how exercise can improve health and wellbeing.

Learn about the delivery of exercise, lifestyle and behavioural modification programs to help prevent and manage chronic diseases and injury and have a unique opportunity to fill the void between acute care and long-term management of people living with complex health conditions.

This integrated 4-year course provides a clear path from your first year of study through to your fourth and final year. At the end of your first 3 years, you will have completed a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science which guarantees entry into the 1-year Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (minimum 2.0 GPA required enter Masters).

3 reasons to study a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science / Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology at Murdoch

  1. Study the only integrated Exercise Physiology qualification of its type in Western Australia in which you can complete your undergraduate and Masters degree in just 4 years.
  2. Learn in purpose built, state-of-the-art facilities that include a dedicated exercise physiology laboratory, a rehabilitation, strength and conditioning laboratory, and a performance laboratory complete with a 3D motion capture system and a 50-metre running track.
  3. 5-star rating for skills development for health services and support* 
    *Good Universities Guide 2023.

What you'll learn

  • Strength and resistance training
  • Exercise, programming and prescription
  • Sport and exercise psychology
  • Advanced skills and motor control
  • Cardiopulmonary, metabolic and neuromuscular rehabilitation

Your future career

Pursue a variety of roles in both public and private health care environments. You could work in a range of industries including the private sector, universities and government institutions. Careers could include:

  • Accredited Exercise Physiologist
  • Accredited Exercise Scientist
  • Accredited Sports Scientist
  • Rehabilitation Consultant
  • Strength and Conditioning Coach

 

Professional accreditation

This course is accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) at the levels of Exercise Science and Exercise Physiology.

Professional recognition

Graduates of this course are eligible to apply to register with ESSA as an Accredited Exercise Scientist and an Accredited Exercise Physiologist.

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Structure

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Total credit points: 108

Unit code Unit name Credit points
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science72 credit points
Spine6 credit points
Required Units3 credit points
MSP100Career Learning: Managing Your Career3

Specified Elective

Select one of the following units
3 credit points
MSP200Building Employability Skills3
OR
MSP201Real World Learning3
OR
MSP202The Search for Everything: Data Analytics and Storytelling in the Twenty-First Century3
Course Core63 credit points
SAH100Foundation Skills for Studies in Allied Health3
BMS101Introduction to The Human Body3
EXS124Introduction to Sports Science3
PSY172Introduction to Psychological Health and Wellbeing3
EXS102Human Physiology3
EXS116Functional Human Anatomy3
EXS201Sport and Exercise Psychology3
EXS202Exercise Physiology I3
EXS203Health, Fitness and Performance Assessment3
EXS204Biomechanics I3
EXS205Acquisition of Skills and Motor Control3
EXS223Strength and Resistance Training3
BSC206Introduction to Research Methodology and Evidence Based Practice3
EXS301Advanced Sport and Exercise Psychology3
EXS302Exercise Physiology II3
EXS303Exercise, Programming and Prescription3
EXS304Biomechanics II3
EXS305Advanced Skills and Motor Control3
EXS306Physical Assessment and Rehabilitation3
EXS309Exercise Science Practicum3
BSC306Research and Evidence Based Practice3
Options3 credit points
For more information about the structure, please view the Handbook

General Electives

Undergraduate Units
3 credit points
Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology36 credit points
Course Core36 credit points
EXS501Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation3
EXS502Metabolic Rehabilitation3
EXS503Neuromuscular Rehabilitation3
EXS504Advanced Topics in Exercise Physiology3
EXS505Clinical Research in Exercise Physiology3
EXS590Research Methods for Exercise Science3
EXS602Workplace Injuries and Prevention3
EXS603Exercise Physiology Practicum12
EXS604Allied Health Professional Practice3
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Entry requirements

Select which option best describes your path to university :

English Requirements

You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.

Advanced Standing

Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.

Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.

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This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai  and Singapore campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.

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Fees and scholarships

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Whether you’re a high achiever or have experienced hardship, we offer a wide range of scholarships and awards to students from all walks of life. Explore our scholarships to find the ones you could be eligible for as a new Murdoch student as well as what's available throughout your degree.

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How much will it cost?

Instead of paying an overall course fee, you pay for the individual units you enrol in. The total course cost will vary depending on the units you choose.

Following your successful application, you’ll receive a Letter of Offer which will contain specific course and fee information.

If you are applying for an undergraduate course, you may be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place. Postgraduate programs are full fee paying, unless indicated otherwise in your Letter of Offer.

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How to apply

Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:

  • Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study)
  • ATAR results (if available)
  • STAT results (if applicable)
  • Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
  • School leavers applying for an Early Offer submit their Year 11 and 12 most recent high school report via TISC

Recommended documents (if applicable)

  1. Change of name documentation
  2. Marriage certificate
  3. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing

Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

  1. Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:
    • Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study) both original and English translated versions.
    • Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
  2. GTE documents (if applicable) - Check the GTE requirements page for further information
    • GTE Form 2
    • Personal Statement (SOP)
    • Up to date Curriculum Vitae
  3. A copy of your Passport

Recommended documents

  1. A copy of your visa documents (if available)
  2. A copy of any past visa rejection documents (if applicable)
  3. Packaged offer letter (if applicable)
  4. Sponsorship documents if you study will be sponsored
  5. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing
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All fees are indicative and are provided as a guide only. The actual fees will depend on the individual units you enrol in. You should refer to your Letter of Offer for specific course and fee related information.

The first-year indicative fee is based on a typical full-time enrolment at Murdoch University of 24 credit points.

For domestic students, including Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, the indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported fee.

Indicative fees for international students are based on applicable full fee paying rates.

The estimated, indicative fee covers tuition fees only, and certain additional fees and charges may apply, depending on the course and units you choose. It also does not take into account any scholarships or bursaries for which you may be eligible.

The estimated, indicative fee assumes no fee increases or indexation. Over time, fee increases or indexation may occur and will affect the estimate. If you are a full fee paying student, this may occur at the start of your second and each subsequent year of study. In the case of Commonwealth Supported students, this will occur for each new calendar year in line with Government policy.

All fee estimates are provided in Australian dollars.