Master of Applied Human Performance Science

Program Overview

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Master of Applied Human Performance Science

About the course

This course aims to improve the knowledge, understanding and practical skills of practitioners currently, or prospectively working in the human performance industry.

Quick details

• Status: Available
• Locations:
• Attendance: Full-time only
• Delivery: On-campus, Partially Online
• Starting dates: Semester 1
• Level of study: Postgraduate
• Course Code: 73570
• CRICOS code: J
• Full time/part time duration: 2 years

Course structure

Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.

Conversion

• Students who have not completed (a) a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science from this university or equivalent ; or (b) a bachelor's degree in Sport, Exercise and/or Movement Sciences from a recognised tertiary institution that has been accredited by ESSA at the 'Exercise Science' level must complete relevant conversion unit(s) up to the value of 24 points.
• SSEH3388 Promoting Lifelong Physical Activity (6)
• SSEH3394 Professional Practice (6)
• SSEH3553 Exercise as Medicine (6)
• SSEH3554 Applied Sports Science and High Performance Sport (6)
• SSEH3555 Motor Development: Principles to Teaching in Practice (6)

Core

• Take all units (72 points):
  • HMSC5004 Research Methods in Human Sciences (6)
  • HMSC5005 Data Analysis in Human Sciences (6)
  • SSEH5020 Literature Review and Research Proposal (6)
  • SSEH5021 Sport Science Exercise and Health Research Project Part 1 (6)
  • SSEH5022 Sport Science Exercise and Health Research Project Part 2 (6)
  • SSEH5023 Sport Science Exercise and Health Research Project Part 3 (6)
  • SSEH5026 Exploring the Limits of Human Performance (6)
  • SSEH5027 Strength and Conditioning in Human Performance Settings (6)
  • SSEH5029 Start -ups in Human Performance (6)
  • SSEH5111 Developing Skill Sets in Human Performance Settings (6)
  • SSEH5222 Applications of Knowledge in Human Performance Settings (6)
  • SSEH5333 Networks and Collaboration in Human Performance Settings (6)

Admission requirements

• To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
  • (a) a relevant bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
  • (b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent.
• Applicants must compete for a place in Semester 1 if they have either;
  • (a) a bachelor's degree that has been accredited by Exercise & Sport Science Australia at the 'Exercise Science' level;
  • (b) an official ESSA "Graduate Entry Assessment" letter that demonstrates equivalence with "Exercise Science" members.
• All other applicants must compete for a place in Semester 2, and must have a relevant bachelor's degree that included foundation units in anatomy, functional anatomy, human physiology, biomechanics, exercise physiology and research methods/statistics.

Ranking and Selection Process

• Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on—
  • (a) the weighted average mark;
  • (b) the intake quota for that semester

English competency

• English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
• Graduate applicants require at least two successful years of full-time or equivalent degree studies undertaken in Australia, Canada (excluding Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom or the United States of America.
• Applicants presenting with the IELTS Academic require an overall score of at least 7.0 and no band less than 7.0.

Fees and scholarships

Domestic Student Fees

• Annual course fee: $24,800.00 (2025)
• For Full-Fee Paying places, students are charged an annual course fee, charged per credit point at a rate dependent on the course in which the student is enrolled.
• Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL).

International Student Fees

• Annual course fee: $46,200.00 (2025)
• Onshore international students are charged an annual course fee, charged per credit point at a rate dependent on the course in which the student is enrolled.
• Annual course fees are calculated based on an annual study load.

Scholarships

• Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Cost of living

• There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more.
• For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

Why study this course at UWA?

• UWA has a long-standing reputation for excellence in this field, we're ranked 20th in the world and first in WA for Sports-Related subjects (QS 2024)
• One of the first master's degrees of its kind offered in Australia
• The extensive work-integrated learning component will allow you to acquire direct experience in a sport science work environment where you will apply your newly acquired knowledge and skills in a real world environment with an experienced host or mentor

What you'll learn

• Understand, design or modify, and apply, assessment protocols and methods appropriate to the athlete or team and the situation.
• Ability to design, deliver and interpret safe, effective and evidence-based Sports Science interventions for service users in a collaborative manner with medical, allied health and coaching staff
• Able to monitor, recognise, interpret, report and take appropriate action regarding adverse signs and symptoms that may arise during exercise, sport or recovery
• Understanding of, and capacity to practise in accordance with, ethically relevant policies, legislation and regulations, including those concerning anti-doping, member protection, match fixing, privacy, equal opportunity, antidiscrimination, and workplace health and safety.

UWA Exercise and Performance Centre

• The UWA Exercise and Performance Centre (EPC) provides individual and group exercise services to improve health, function and physical performance.
• Exercise services, including individual and group programs, are provided by Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEP) and Physiotherapists.
• A variety of clinical programs are run each week through EPC, providing a tailored and supportive environment for clients.