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Master of Exercise Science (Research)

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160 credit points
Minimum duration: 2 years full-time or equivalent part-time.

Admission

Apply directly to ACU National.

Applicants must have a Bachelor of Exercise Science degree with Honours (or equivalent) or a Postgraduate Diploma in an appropriate field of study.

International

A 4-year Bachelor's degree in exercise science or a related area [eg BHMS(Hons) or BExSc(Hons)].
Academic IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each test)

Application forms are available from the Research Services website: www.acu.edu.au/research, under �Forms and Documents� or by email to res.cand@patrick.acu.edu.au

Australian and New Zealand citizens, permanent residents and international applicants apply directly to the relevant state ACU Research Services Office.

Melbourne Campus Vic: Research Services, Locked Bag 4115 Fitzroy Vic 3065
Telephone: (+ 61 3) 9953 3154; Facsimile: (+ 61 3) 9953 3315
Strathfield Campus NSW: Research Services, PO Box 968 North Sydney NSW 2059
Telephone: (+ 61 2) 9739 2588; Facsimile: (+ 61 2) 9739 2870
Special Admission: The University will grant special entry only in exceptional and clearly defined circumstances. In considering special entry, the professional and academic suitability will be assessed by the applicant having reached a standard of education that would enable successful completion of the course.

Course Description

This course aims to allow graduates to pursue in-depth study within a selected area of Exercise Science by means of research. Topics may be selected in areas in which staff members can provide appropriate specialist supervision. Current fields of research involvement include biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor control, exercise psychology, sports and exercise management, outdoor recreation and health promotion.

Fees

Australian and New Zealand Citizens and Permanent Residents undertaking the course are provided with an Australian Catholic University Tuition Assistance Scholarship, which is equivalent to a full-fee paying place. Some students may be eligible for RTS places.

International students undertaking the course pay full international tuition fees

Scholarships

Please see the Postgraduate Research Scholarships Section.

Requirements for Completion of the Award

This research master�s degree in Exercise Science is conducted and examined by means of the preparation and submission of an 80 credit point thesis. Students who can demonstrate the potential for research but are lacking specific techniques or knowledge necessary for the conduct of their chosen research topic, may be required to enrol in relevant supplementary units on the recommendation of their supervisor and with the approval of the Head of School.

Thesis

The thesis must be a substantial piece of research in which the student has demonstrated an ability to conduct an independent research study, make appropriate theoretical connections and add to the existing body of knowledge.

Supervision

Preparation of the thesis shall be under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by the School Committee. Assistant supervisors in the area of specialty may be co-opted by the School.

Following lodgement of the written thesis, the University will appoint two examiners, at least one of whom will be external to the University. The examiners will make recommendations to the University as to the acceptability of the thesis either in its present form or with specified amendments.