Duration
Full-time: 18 months
Part-time: Varies
Next start date
2025 Semester One – 3 March
2026 Semester One – 2 March
Available locations
Newmarket
Points
180
Programme type
Postgraduate
Taught options available

Programme overview

This postgraduate programme prepares you for a career as a Clinical Exercise Physiologist.Clinical Exercise Physiologists are allied health professionals who design and deliver exercise for the prevention and management of chronic health problems such as musculoskeletal issues, diabetes, cancer and cardiovascular disease.

You will complete clinical placements at sites like the Health and Rehabilitation Clinic, undertaking the supervised work experience needed to gain professional registration.

Enquiries to CEP programme director Rebecca Meiring:

rebecca.meiring@auckland.ac.nz

or

CEPadvice-exercise@auckland.ac.nz

Programme structure

Part 1: Theory

  • 60 points: EXERSCI 719–721, 724

Part 2: Practical Learning

  • 90 points: EXERSCI 776–778

Part 3: Research Methods

  • 30 points: EXERSCI 722, 723 or 781A/B

A blend of theory and clinical practicum focused courses are delivered sequentially across three terms of study to support the translation of acquired knowledge and skills to clinical practice. Active learning and teaching methods are used to foster the development of critical thinking, clinical reasoning and independent learning. A key component of this internationally accredited programme is the completion of internal and external clinical placements to acquire a body of supervised clinical work experience that meets or exceeds the requirements for professional registration.

You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.

For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

Sample programme structure

Term 1 60 points

  • Code:
    EXERSCI 719
    Name:
    Seminar in Exercise Physiology
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    EXERSCI 720
    Name:
    Clinical Exercise Physiology I
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    EXERSCI 776
    Name:
    Clinical Exercise Physiology Practicum I
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    30 pts

Term 2 60 points

  • Code:
    EXERSCI 721
    Name:
    Clinical Exercise Physiology II
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    EXERSCI 722
    Name:
    Critical Evaluation of Research in Rehabilitation
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    EXERSCI 777
    Name:
    Clinical Exercise Physiology Practicum II
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    30 pts

Term 3 60 points

  • Code:
    EXERSCI 723
    Name:
    Research in Rehabilitation
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    EXERSCI 724
    Name:
    Advanced Clinical Exercise Physiology
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    EXERSCI 778
    Name:
    Clinical Exercise Physiology Practicum III
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    30 pts

2024 entry requirements

My highest qualification is from:

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

  • Study option
    Taught 180 points
    Grade required
    GPA Grade Point Average 4

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Further programme requirements

Bachelor of Science

You must have completed a Bachelor of Science from this University, with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher and a major or specialisation in Exercise Science, or another relevant subject, or the equivalent prior study.

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

  • Study option
    Taught 180 points
    Grade required
    GPE Grade Point Equivalent 4
  • Qualification
    IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System
    Score required
    6

    No bands less than 5.5

    See alternative English language requirements

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Further programme requirements

Prior study

You must have completed an undergraduate degree in Exercise Sciences with a GPE of 4.0, or equivalent prior study.

For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

How much does a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology cost per year?

2024 fees

Domestic students
NZ$10,275.60*
International students
NZ$50,809.20*

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.88 per point, estimated at $1,598.40 for full-time study (180 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

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For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

Key dates

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For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

Where could this programme take you?

Graduates of the MClinExPhys will complete a CAAHEP-accredited programme and be eligible to register as highly specialised allied health professionals. Employment pathways include public and private hospitals, private rehabilitation clinics, private practices and public health organisations.

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