University of Technology Sydney

What you'll study

This professionally focused master’s combines advanced coursework, applied clinical placements and a research or capstone project. Core study areas cover clinical exercise testing and prescription, pathophysiology of major chronic conditions, exercise intervention across the lifespan, and the role of physical activity in prevention and rehabilitation.

• Clinical exercise assessment and testing — cardiopulmonary exercise testing, functional assessment, interpretation of exercise data and risk stratification.
• Chronic disease management — evidence-based exercise interventions for cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, metabolic conditions (including diabetes), cancer, musculoskeletal disorders and neurological conditions.
• Exercise prescription and behaviour change — individualised programmes, behaviour-change strategies, adherence and long‑term physical activity promotion.
• Pharmacology and comorbidity considerations — understanding medication effects, contraindications and modifying exercise for complex clinical presentations.
• Research methods and evaluation — research design, biostatistics, critical appraisal of clinical literature and a supervised research or capstone project.
• Professional practice and ethics — clinical governance, documentation, interprofessional practice and legal/ethical responsibilities in healthcare.
• Clinical placements — extensive supervised placement experience in hospitals, rehabilitation services, community health providers and private practice to develop practical competencies required for professional accreditation.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold an appropriate undergraduate degree in exercise science, human movement, kinesiology or a closely related health discipline. Applicants without a directly related degree may be considered if they have substantial relevant tertiary study or professional experience and meet prerequisite unit requirements. Admission typically requires evidence of academic performance at postgraduate entry level, and international applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency.

Selection may also take into account relevant clinical or industry experience, referees and a statement of purpose. Some applicants will need to complete bridging coursework to meet the program’s clinical prerequisites prior to commencing advanced clinical units.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared to work as accredited clinical exercise physiologists in a range of healthcare and allied health settings. Common employment destinations include:

• Public and private hospitals (cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, inpatient and outpatient services)
• Community health services and chronic disease management programs
• Private allied‑health practices and multidisciplinary clinics
• Private and non‑profit cardiac, diabetes or cancer rehabilitation programmes
• Occupational health and workplace wellness providers
• Clinical research units, program evaluation and health promotion roles

With further experience or study, graduates may move into senior clinical roles, program coordination, policy, research or academic positions.

Why study at University of Technology Sydney

UTS offers a practice‑oriented curriculum with close links to hospitals and community health providers, enabling substantial supervised clinical placement experience. The university’s health and exercise facilities include dedicated exercise physiology laboratories and equipment for clinical testing and monitoring, supporting hands‑on learning.

The program is aligned with professional standards for clinical exercise physiologists and emphasises interprofessional practice, preparing graduates to work alongside medical, nursing and allied health teams. UTS also provides access to research expertise across chronic disease, rehabilitation and physical activity promotion, allowing students to undertake applied projects that inform clinical practice.