OpenMaster degree (coursework)Health

Bachelor of Applied Exercise Science / Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology

ProviderUNSW Sydney
Course code: UAC428600UniversityStudy area: HealthCourse data availableData JSON

Course overview

In this degree you will explore the science of human performance and play a vital role in preventing and managing chronic disease and injury. This degree provides you with a comprehensive education in exercise and health, incorporating contemporary evidence-based practice in all areas of the degree. You will cover all sub-disciplines of Exercise Science and Exercise Physiology in depth, providing you with the ability to undertake a broad range of career options upon completion of study. 

This degree has an embedded professional practice stream, where you’ll study with students from our dietetics, pharmacy and physiotherapy programs. You will gain an understanding of how to work within a multi-disciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

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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ATAR Profile: Some UNSW offers were issued based on the UNSW Gateway Admission Pathway with a lower ATAR entry requirement. Refer to the Admissions Information for a complete ATAR profile by degree.

Entry requirements

Postgraduate and higher courses usually use academic prerequisites, degree equivalence and English-language requirements.

Postgraduate entry

Assumed knowledge: Chemistry*, Advanced Mathematics.

Recommended studies: Biology

*Chemistry bridging course is recommended if students have not studied year 12 Chemistry

Other applicants

Also refer to UNSW general admission criteria.

English requirement
Cambridge C1 Advanced 176, no component below 169Cambridge C2 Proficiency 176, no component below 169IELTS Academic 6.5, no band below 6PTE Academic 58, no component below 50TOEFL iBT 79, no component below 20

If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.

Student profile

Total students65
#2024
Higher education entry<5 · <5%
<5%
School leavers (ATAR)40 · 62%
62%
Secondary education5 · 8%
8%
Vocational pathway0 · 0%
0%
Other entry pathways<5 · <5%
<5%
International students9 · 14%
14%

Course curriculum

Course structure, credit points and subject sequence

Course curriculum not yet available

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