UndergraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Bachelor of Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation
University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia
About this program
The University of Canberra's Bachelor of Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation is a four-year degree accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia, so graduates are eligible to apply for accreditation as an exercise physiologist and, along the way, as an exercise scientist. Students complete at least 500 hours of placement across hospitals, clinical health services, sporting organisations, private practice and community health.
The program frames exercise as medicine, working with people across the lifespan on injury recovery, chronic disease, aged care and rehabilitation, with an emphasis on clinical reasoning and person-centred care. Entry is a selection rank of about 70 with assumed knowledge in biology and mathematical methods, and IELTS 7.0 with no band below 7.0. It suits students who want a clinical allied-health career rather than a fitness or coaching one.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
Study plan in 8 parts
Year 1, Semester 1
4 units- 9280Introductory Nutrition
- 11400Professional Orientation (Health)
- 9808Regional Anatomy and Physiology
- 11399Understanding People and Behaviour
Year 1, Semester 2
4 units- 12134Exercise Programming and Prescription Fundamentals
- 8338Human Growth and Development
- 11398Introduction to Research in the Health Sciences
- 6529Systemic Anatomy and Physiology
Year 2, Semester 1
4 units- 8279Advanced Functional Anatomy
- 6834Biomechanics 1
- 12135Exercise Programming and Prescription for Health
- 8391Physiology of Exercise 1
Year 2, Semester 2
4 units- 6835Biomechanics 2
- 8999Evidence Based Medicine 1
- 12136Exercise Programming and Prescription for Performance
- 8392Physiology of Exercise 2
Year 3, Semester 1
3 units- 12137Exercise Science Practicum 1
- 8913Motor Control and Skill Acquisition
- 10070Professional Practice in Exercise Physiology
Year 3, Semester 2
4 units- 11545Clinical Conditions 1
- 12139Exercise Science Capstone
- 10069Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
- 12074Pain Science for Clinical Practice
Year 4, Semester 1
4 units- 9378Advanced Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
- 9381Cardio-Pulmonary Conditions and Rehabilitation
- 11546Clinical Conditions 2
- 12075Clinical Practice in Exercise Physiology 1
Year 4, Semester 2
4 units- 11548Advanced Topics in Physical Activity and Brain Health
- 9382Clinical Practice in Exercise Physiology 2
- 11547Exercise Oncology
- 12076Strength and Conditioning for Injury Management
Career & PR pathway
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Admissions
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means: . - Year 12 ATAR . - other Australian Qualification . - work experience . - overseas qualification . We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes. More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry .
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