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University of Canberra

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Graduate Certificate in Human Movement Science

  • Graduate Certificate

Start your sport science career in the right condition

If you're interested in the science of human movement, but not sure what specialty to focus on, then the 6-month, full time...

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Study Mode
Online, In person
Intake Months
Feb
Domestic Fees
$3,663 per year

About this course

Start your sport science career in the right condition

If you're interested in the science of human movement, but not sure what specialty to focus on, then the 6-month, full time Graduate Certificate in Human Movement Science course is the perfect way to start your career path on the right foot.
This course will boost your knowledge of functional anatomy, biomechanics and exercise physiology while setting the groundwork to allow your study to articulate into a variety of other sports related pathways.

This course allows you to bridge the knowledge gap for graduate entry into a number of Masters programs. This includes UC's Master of Speech Pathology, Master of Strength and Conditioning and satisfies the Australian Physiotherapy Association's requirements for entry into the Master of Physiotherapy.

Study a Graduate Certificate in Human Movement Science at UC and you will:
  • broaden the skills and knowledge you developed during an undergraduate science degree
  • learn functional anatomy, biomechanics and exercise physiology
  • build on your biological or medical science bachelor's degree to be able to apply for our Master of Physiotherapy, Master of Strength and Conditioning and Master of Speech Pathology degrees.
Career opportunities

Opportunities exist for Graduate Certificate in Human Movement Science graduates in the sporting organisation sector, including:

  • conducting sports science research
  • gateway to further study in strength and conditioning and physiotherapy
  • delivering sport science services for sporting teams and institutes
  • conducting sports events for organisations.

Professional accreditation

None.

Entry requirements

A completed bachelor degree in a science discipline*.

* Science disciplines include biology, chemistry, medical science or biomedical science.

Admission to this course is competitive. Applications will be assessed on the basis of academic merit and the number of available places.

Assumed knowledge

Applicants are required to meet the normal University's requirements for admission to a graduate certificate course. Additionally, having prior tertiary education in anatomy and physiology would be beneficial.

Periods course is open for new admissions
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Domestic International
2024 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 05 February 2024
2025 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 03 February 2025
2026 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 02 February 2026
Credit arrangements

There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.

Study locations

Canberra

Online

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Health Services & Support courses at University of Canberra.
75.4%
Overall satisfaction
75.4%
Skill scale
70.8%
Teaching scale
69.2%
Employed full-time
$79.1k
Average salary