COURSE INFORMATION

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U94 Master of Exercise Science (Strength and Conditioning)

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Introduction

The Master of Exercise Science (Strength and Conditioning) will provide an opportunity for advanced study in the field of Strength and Conditioning. It is a three semester full time (or equivalent part time) course designed for the undergraduate student in Sports Science or related area to enhance their training in the specific field of Strength and Conditioning. Exit options exist for students who have completed three units (postgraduate certificate) or six units (postgraduate diploma) or twelve units for masters.

 

Admission Requirements

Students must have successfully completed a Bachelor degree in Sports Science, Human Movement, Physical Education or a program of study of similar nature. In particular an undergraduate background in human anatomy and physiology is required. Exemptions for unit(s) will be dealt with by the course coordinator.

 

Course Location and Mode of Study

The course is available part time or full time and is available on-shore at the Joondalup Campus or external mode and on-line.  A 2 week intensive workshop is required during semester 2 as part of Strangth and Conditioning Practicum which will be scheduled outside of normal semester times. 

 

Course Structure and Staffing

There are three units per year that are worth 20 credit points each.
 
STAGE 1
SPS4101 Strength and Conditioning 1 - Physiology 20 
SPS4102 Strength and Conditioning 2 - Biomechanics 20 
SPS4105 Advanced Resistance Training 20 
 
STAGE 2
SPS4108 Physiological Testing of Human Performance 20 
SPS4110 Applied Biomechanics in Strength and Conditioning 20 
SPS4100 Strength and Conditioning - Practicum 20 
 
STAGE 3
SPS5113 Research and Computer Methods in Strength and Conditioning 20 
SPS5116 Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation 20 
SPS5119 Current Issues in Strength and Conditioning 20 
 
 
 
 
Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes, Graduate Attributes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Student Equity, Diversity and Disability Service website:
http://intranet.ecu.edu.au/student/support/student-equity

Last Updated - Higher Education: 11/18/2004