Unit Set Information

Exercise and Sports Science PhD Unit Set

Effective from 01-JAN-2025 : Code PHDHLTES

Exercise and Sports Science is a discipline within the School of Medical and Health Sciences and provides higher degree by research candidates with training and supervision in the area of exercise and sports science with the aim of improving our understanding of human movement. Major areas of research specialisations: Exercise Medicine Neuroscience Strength and Conditioning; Motor Control and Motor Development; Physiology of Sports Performance; Psychology of Sports and Exercise; and Sports Biomechanics.

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This PhD Unit Set can be studied in the following courses:

Special Admission Requirements

It is desirable that all applicants contact a potential supervisor to discuss their research project before applying. Information about ECU's Research Institute, Centres and Supervisors can be found in the school brochures listed on the Applying for a Research Degree’ website or the staff contact page of the relevant School.

Mode of Delivery

On Campus at Joondalup
Online

Unit Set Coordinator

A/Prof Sophia NIMPHIUS

Non Standard Timetable Requirements

Candidates are expected to meet regularly with their supervisors as part of the supervised independent research component of the course.

Related Careers

Sports Scientist, Exercise Scientist, Biomechanics, Physiologist, Clinical Exercise Physiology, Exercise Rehabilitation, Fitness Industry, Chronic Disease, Corporate Health, Health Promotion, Community Health, Aged Care, Occupational Health and Safety, Strength and Conditioning, Technician

Employment Opportunities

Sports Scientist, Exercise Scientist, Biomechanist, Physiologist, Sports Psychology, Coach/Development Officer, Clinical Exercise Physiology, Exercise Rehabilitation, Cardiac/Respiratory Rehabilitation, Corporate Health Careers

PhD Unit Set Structure

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
HLT7200Doctor of Philosophy Thesis (Health)

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 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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