Overview

This Graduate Certificate in Human Movement Science from University of Canberra 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

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Regional Anatomy and Physiology

Biomechanics

Systemic Anatomy and Physiology

Functional Anatomy

Physiology of Exercise

Psychology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 6 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-26 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-21 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-03 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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Credits

12 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Canberra, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed bachelor degree in a science discipline

CRICOS Code: 056140C

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

19000 AUD / full

≈ 19000 AUD / full
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

14000 AUD / full

≈ 14000 AUD / full

Additional Details

Domestic students have Commonwealth Supported Places

Living costs

Canberra

Australia

1425 - 2504 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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