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Master of Science (Sports Science)

Effective from 01-JAN-2015 : Code 641

This research Masters provides an opportunity for advanced-level study and research in areas such as exercise physiology, sports psychology, motor control or biomechanics. Students are expected to apply a range of research methodologies to investigate specific research questions applicable to their specialisation.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Admission requirements

  • Into a 120 credit point Masters Degree, a Bachelor Honours degree in the same discipline; or
  • Into a 180 credit point Masters Degree, a Bachelor degree in the same discipline; or
  • Into a 180 credit point Masters Degree, a Bachelor Honours degree; or
  • Into a 240 credit point Masters Degree, a Bachelor degree; or
  • Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years appropriate professional experience.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All students are required to have completed a Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science) or a similar program of study.

Course Duration

  • Full Time: 2 Years
  • Part Time: 4 Years

Course Delivery

  • Joondalup: Full Time, Part Time

Course Structure

Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SPS6120Preparation of Thesis Proposal20
RES5115Research Preparation: Principles and Approaches20
SPS5303Physiological Testing of Human Performance20
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SPS6200Masters Thesis
Year 2
Unit Code Unit TitleCredit Points
Students are required to continue re-enrolling in the thesis component of their study until the thesis is submitted for examination.
SPS6200Masters Thesis

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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 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 Access and Inclusion website.

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