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Optimise movement and function working with people who have problems with their cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal or neurological systems. Gain the skills to help people overcome movement disorders that are either present at birth, or associated with life-changing events or ageing. You will undertake more than 1,000 hours of clinical placements throughout the program, commencing in first semester.
The Master of Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy will provide physiotherapists with the opportunity to acquire advanced theoretical, scientific and clinical knowledge of normal and pathological human movement as it relates to sports, exercise, performance, injuries, pathology and disease.
Gain the knowledge and technical skills to work with athletes and people of all ages and abilities, in community, elite or high performance sport and exercise settings. The course emphasises the application and integration of these knowledge and specialised technical skills in an ethical manner that promotes the dignity of the individual.
The Graduate Certificate in Exercise Rehabilitation for Sports Injuries will allow you to develop specialised skills in the prevention and rehabilitation of sport related injuries, assist individuals with pre-existing conditions to remain active, or assist individuals to return to sports performance.
The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is a research degree in a field covered by the University, including theology and philosophy, and is assessed on the basis of a written thesis.
February 2025, July 2025
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is awarded for high-level research and, as such, it is expected that candidates will make a substantial contribution to knowledge in their chosen field, as well as display an appreciation and understanding of the relationship of their own research investigation within a wider field of knowledge.
February 2025, July 2025
"I loved the focus on clinical placements during the degree. It allowed us to take our classroom learning to real patients and make a difference while still studying. Working with stroke survivors allows me to improve people's function every day.
"I'm really passionate and proud to be able to make such a meaningful impact. I hope to be able to help people reach their goals and improve their quality of life for many years to come."
Professor Suzanne Kuys is a professor at the School of Allied Health. She has considerable clinical, teaching and research experience with people following stroke and other neurological conditions and older adults, particularly people undergoing rehabilitation and transitioning from the hospital to home.
Professor Kuys has been a clinician for 25 years, with more than 15 years of experience in stroke rehabilitation, and has a strong interest in gait and balance retraining. She is interested in examining how health services can optimise health outcomes for patients.
Her research interests include hospital-based rehabilitation and care, stroke, balance and gait retraining, outcome measures and physical activity.
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