Exercise physiology is a specialised undergraduate degree program leading to work in the emerging allied health profession of Exercise Physiology. Foundation medical science courses include anatomy, physiology and biochemistry. These courses provide the basis for specialised study in such key areas as exercise physiology, motor control and learning, exercise psychology and biomechanics.

Graduates of this program are prepared for work in the fields of preventative health, post-acute exercise rehabilitation, and chronic disease management. Services provided by graduates include: assessment and evaluation of health and physical fitness, exercise-based clinical tests, physical activity counselling and exercise prescription. Work in these areas is aligned with professional accreditation to encompass a range of clinical conditions, including: cardiopulmonary and metabolic, musculoskeletal and neuromuscular, depression and cancer.

Graduates are eligible to apply for professional accreditation with the industry professional association, The Australian Association for Exercise and Sports Science.


Studying Exercise Physiology at UNSW

The study of Exercise Physiology at UNSW is through the Faculty of Medicine (www.med.unsw.edu.au). Please refer to the table below for available program/s of study.