Course overview
This unique and innovative 5-year program prepares you to practise as an exercise scientist, exercise physiologist and a physiotherapist. You will learn how the body works and functions in healthy populations, in chronic disease states and when injured, as well as how to assess, diagnose, treat, manage and prevent a wide range of health conditions across the lifespan.
This degree has a strong focus on interprofessional education, communication and teamwork, as well as evidence-based and reflective practice. Throughout the program, commencing in first year, you will experience more than 1800 hours of placements in a wide spectrum of health and clinical settings, including hospitals, community practices, workplace rehabilitation and aged care centres.
This degree has an embedded professional practice stream, where you’ll study with students from our dietetics, exercise physiology and pharmacy programs. You’ll gain an understanding of how different teams work together to improve patient outcomes, such as how and when to refer a client to another health professional.
As one of the world's top 50 medical faculties (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025), UNSW Medicine & Health is tackling the most pressing health challenges and delivering results with real-world impact. Our undergraduate degrees will equip you with the knowledge and practical skills you need to thrive in the healthcare industry.
You’ll learn from world leading researchers, teaching staff and practitioners, and benefit from hands-on clinical training in some of Australia’s largest hospitals and health organisations. Join a supportive community focused on improving health outcomes for all and make a difference as you apply your skills to real patients and global health problems.
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Career Opportunities
Career opportunities
Physiotherapists and exercise physiologists are in high demand in Australia and overseas and find employment in a wide range of clinical and community settings. They work across the age spectrum in public and private hospitals, medical centres, private practices, aged care facilities, out-patient rehabilitation centres, schools and educational facilities, research institutes, independent living/respite centres, as well as with elite and local sporting clubs. With credentials in physiotherapy, exercise science and exercise physiology, you will be highly attractive to employers, in clinical and non-clinical sectors.
Other Information
Professional recognition
This program is accredited for 2 years with conditions by the Australian Physiotherapy Council (APC) until 31st December 2026 and has qualifying accreditation from Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) at the level of Exercise Science and Exercise Physiology. The program will be submitted for consideration of full accreditation at the required stage.
This program has Qualifying Accreditation from Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). The program will be submitted for consideration of full accreditation at the required stage.
Fees and charges
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Majors
Areas of study
Anatomy, physiology, nutrition, biomechanics, motor control, exercise prescription, exercise physiology, cardiorespiratory physiotherapy, neurological physiotherapy, musculoskeletal physiotherapy, acute physiotherapy care, neurological rehabilitation, plus research skills, public health, and professional practice.
Entry requirements
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90%Admission is assessed against the qualification, prerequisite and English requirements for the course.
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.
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Campuses & intake dates
- Sydney - KensingtonNSW