Secure your future as an expert in the dynamic field of physiology

Physiology is the study of the function and processes of living organisms. With the rapid emergence of new technologies, medical advancements and increased awareness of preventative health measures, professionals who can embrace and incorporate these changes will be best positioned to succeed in this growing field.

Studying physiology at UNE will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to adapt and thrive in the changing landscape of health sciences. With a focus on human anatomy, pathphysiology and integrated physiology, our range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses and specialisations will enable you to stay abreast of advancements in the industry. At UNE, we have a proven track record of helping adults build the skills needed to succeed in the workplace, and our physiology offerings are no exception.

UNE provides flexible study options that enable you to build networks with other adult learners from diverse backgrounds, while also gaining practical knowledge and skills. If you choose to study online, you'll belong to a supportive community of peers who bring real-world experience to the virtual classroom. Our on-campus students benefit from access to our state-of-the-art facilities, accommodation,  support services, and the opportunity to engage in sports and other extracurricular activities. Opt for full-time or part-time enrolment and study over three trimesters each year.

As the field of physiology continues to evolve, professionals with adaptable, innovative thinkers will be highly sought-after. At UNE, you'll gain the knowledge and skills needed to excel within the health sector. By choosing UNE, you’ll be studying with an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, students award us the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.

Start your physiology journey by exploring UNE's range of courses and specialisations.

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Do you dream of a career where you’re helping to address the big issues facing humanity? Or perhaps you crave the excitement of being at the forefront of scientific discovery? Maybe you wish to instil your passion for the environment into future…

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

Be ready to adapt to the challenges of the rapidly changing world of science and technology with UNE's Bachelor of Biomedical Science. Our course is an ideal foundation if you are interested in health and medical research, or you are fascinated…

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

Clinical exercise physiology uses exercise interventions to improve the health, wellbeing and clinical status of people with, or at risk of, medical conditions, injuries and disabilities. Demand is increasing for degree-qualified exercise…

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online

Exercise and sports science explores human movement and how it applies to physical activity. Advances in research and technology related to sports and exercise are constantly revealing new ways to optimise human performance, fitness and…

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online

Constant technological disruption and new discoveries in science influence every aspect of our lives, meaning that there has never been a better time than now to safeguard your future career with scientific knowledge and practical skills. With 20…

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

Studying the Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws at UNE will equip you with an extensive portfolio of knowledge and skills to future proof your career. In this comprehensive program of study, you will develop contemporary skills in how to write…

Duration
  • 5 years full-time
  • Up to 12 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

In a rapidly changing world, there has never been a better time to expand your understanding of science and technology. UNE’s Bachelor of Scientific Studies is designed to provide you with broad scientific background to assist with future employment …

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • 6 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

Are you interested in studying science and want to explore the topics that interest you? UNE’s Diploma in Science is ideal if you are new to university study and want to get started in science, or if you wish to develop a foundation of skills and…

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

The UNE Undergraduate Certificate in Professional Development is a program of study for people from a broad range of backgrounds who want to begin developing skills for future careers or further study. Designed in response to rapid workplace and…

Duration
  • 1 trimester full-time
  • 1 year part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online

Exercise interventions have been proven to boost the health, wellbeing and clinical status of people with complex medical conditions. By studying the Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology with Honours, you can contribute to our knowledge of how…

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • Up to 2 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

High-achieving exercise and sports science graduates can contribute to our understanding of human movement and how it applies to physical activity through UNE’s Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science with Honours. In your honours year, you…

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • Up to 2 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

Contribute to world class research by completing a Bachelor of Science with Honours at UNE. Position yourself with advanced scientific knowledge in an era of rapid change. Our honours course goes beyond the normal practical and field training and…

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • 2 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

Adapt to an evolving workplace and open the door to new career opportunities with UNE's Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice. Whether you want to create more career choices, hone your specialist skills, or take a new…

Duration
  • 0.5 years full-time
  • 2 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online

In the rapidly changing world of science and technology, it has never been more important to refine and expand your expertise. UNE's Graduate Certificate in Science, flexibly delivered online or on campus, gives you the opportunity to complete…

Duration
  • 0.5 years full-time
  • Up to 2 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

Design a bespoke course and prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace with the UNE Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice. Whether you want to advance your career, hone your skills or embark on a new career direction, we'll work …

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online

Whether you want to upgrade your expertise or pivot to another scientific speciality, UNE's Graduate Diploma in Science allows you to hone your skills and future fit your career. Flexibly delivered, and with a wide range of majors in diverse…

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

With a wide range of majors in both the pure and applied sciences, UNE's Master of Scientific Studies provides you with specialised training in your chosen scientific discipline. Do you want to be able to respond to constant technological…

Duration
  • 2 years full-time
  • Up to 6 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

A Doctor of Philosophy is the pinnacle of academic study. Using rigorous and systematic research, combined with critical analysis, you will add to society's understanding of complex issues at the cutting-edge of your discipline or profession.…

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 8 years part-time
Start
  • Research Period 1
  • Research Period 2
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

High quality research and analysis allows us to better understand the complex issues we face in industry and society. With UNE's Master of Philosophy by research, your original findings and insights will add to the body of knowledge and inform…

Duration
  • 2 years full-time
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Research Period 1
  • Research Period 2
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online
Master of Science

Understanding and discovery in science drives advancement, providing solutions to the world's health, environmental, agricultural and technological challenges. UNE's Master of Science allows you to study flexibly, to gain expertise and…

Duration
  • 2 years full-time
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Research Period 1
  • Research Period 2
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

If you are enrolled at another university, you can choose to study subjects at UNE that will count towards your course. Apply as a cross institutional student directly and complete one or several individual subjects (units) from the full scope of…

Duration
  • 1 trimester full-time
  • 1 trimester part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus
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The world is full of possibilities, with so much to discover and learn. There are endless opportunities to enrich your knowledge to prepare for the future, but what if you don’t want to undertake a full degree? And how can you zero-in on the…

Duration
  • 1 trimester full-time
  • 1 trimester part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus
  • Bespoke Graduate Certificate: design your own  4 unit postgraduate course and have your work experience recognised in the process.
  • ‘Fundamental’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four  fundamental units from a traditional degree. If you are planning a new direction, or adding a new set of skills to your portfolio, you may want to start with this option. These units provide a foundation, or a ‘base camp’, to return to if you want to later progress to a full degree.
  • ‘Advanced’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four  advanced units from a full degree. This is a great strategy for staying current in your field, or advancing your knowledge.
  • ‘Critical Content’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four units any of the available units in a degree to create a  Critical Content Bespoke Course. This option lets you get the knowledge you need without the time and cost of a full degree.
  • ‘Mix and Match’ Bespoke Course: combine two, three or four units from different degrees and disciplines to design your  mix and match Bespoke Course. This option lets you diversify your knowledge.

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The most enjoyable part of my studies is the sense of achievement and being part of something bigger than myself.

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Find the right major or specialisation for your studies in Physiology

Advancing technology and increasing attention to health and wellbeing are driving the need for innovative professionals in the field of physiology. Graduate from one of UNE's physiology offerings with a sought-after combination of biological knowledge, practical experience and communication skills.

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UNE's community care experts will help you develop the transferable knowledge and practical skills to prepare for a role in the aged care industry. Explore ageing from a theoretical perspective and learn to employ a person-centred framework in…

UNE's community care experts will help you develop the transferable knowledge and practical skills to prepare for a role in the aged care industry. Explore ageing from a theoretical perspective and learn to employ a person-centred framework in your practice, ready to succeed in this growing field.

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Bachelor of Community Services Minor Undergraduate
Disability
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Learn from UNE’s expert educators and develop the essential knowledge and nurturing skills required to apply a person-centred approach to assisting those with a disability, as well as their families and carers. Future proof yourself and prepare for…

Learn from UNE’s expert educators and develop the essential knowledge and nurturing skills required to apply a person-centred approach to assisting those with a disability, as well as their families and carers. Future proof yourself and prepare for a career in which you will be in high demand.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Community Services Minor Undergraduate
Medical Pathology
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Australia's ageing population requires more specialists in the fast-paced field of medical pathology. UNE's expertise will help you develop the knowledge of biology and physiology that you will need to explore growing areas such as…

Australia's ageing population requires more specialists in the fast-paced field of medical pathology. UNE's expertise will help you develop the knowledge of biology and physiology that you will need to explore growing areas such as bioinformatics, personalised medicine, and medical genetics.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Biomedical Science Minor Undergraduate
Medicinal Chemistry
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Drug development is becoming increasingly complex, raising demand for medicinal chemistry graduates. The experts at UNE will help you to develop the laboratory skills and chemical knowledge needed to discover and improve medications, and contribute…

Drug development is becoming increasingly complex, raising demand for medicinal chemistry graduates. The experts at UNE will help you to develop the laboratory skills and chemical knowledge needed to discover and improve medications, and contribute to growing fields such as personalised medicine.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Biomedical Science Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws Major Undergraduate
Master of Scientific Studies Major Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Science Major Postgraduate
Neuroscience
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Growing recognition of the importance of mental health is driving demand for neuroscience specialists. Future-fit yourself with cutting-edge knowledge of brain imaging, diagnostic criteria and the brain-behaviour relationship. Learn from the…

Growing recognition of the importance of mental health is driving demand for neuroscience specialists. Future-fit yourself with cutting-edge knowledge of brain imaging, diagnostic criteria and the brain-behaviour relationship. Learn from the renowned experts in our Brain Behaviour Research Group.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Biomedical Science Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws Major Undergraduate
Master of Neuroscience Specialist Course Postgraduate
Master of Neuroscience and Business Specialist Course Postgraduate
Master of Neuroscience and Education Specialist Course Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience Specialist Course Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience and Business Specialist Course Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience and Education Specialist Course Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Science Major Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience Specialist Course Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience and Business Specialist Course Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience and Education Specialist Course Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Science Major Postgraduate
Nutrition and Physiology
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Extend your knowledge of animal physiology and nutrition with UNE's agriculture experts and develop the skills to ensure that your animals maintain optimal health. Future-proof your position in a rapidly changing agricultural industry that is…

Extend your knowledge of animal physiology and nutrition with UNE's agriculture experts and develop the skills to ensure that your animals maintain optimal health. Future-proof your position in a rapidly changing agricultural industry that is forecast to see advances in technology.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Animal Science Minor Undergraduate
Physiology
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Discover the physiology of the human body with the experts at UNE. Develop knowledge of pathophysiology and integrated physiology and extend your critical thinking, problem-solving, scientific writing and technical laboratory skills. Be ready to…

Discover the physiology of the human body with the experts at UNE. Develop knowledge of pathophysiology and integrated physiology and extend your critical thinking, problem-solving, scientific writing and technical laboratory skills. Be ready to join a constantly evolving field.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology Specialist Course Undergraduate
Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology with Honours Specialist Course Bachelor Honours
Bachelor of Science with Honours Major Bachelor Honours
Sports Science
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Ensure you are future-fit with practical teaching skills in anticipation of advancing education technology for inclusive and diverse classrooms. UNE’s expertise in sport science and teaching pedagogy will develop your technical and interpersonal…

Ensure you are future-fit with practical teaching skills in anticipation of advancing education technology for inclusive and diverse classrooms. UNE’s expertise in sport science and teaching pedagogy will develop your technical and interpersonal skills so you succeed in a dynamic education sector.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science Specialist Course Undergraduate
Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science with Honours Specialist Course Bachelor Honours
Undergraduate Certificate in Professional Development Specialisation Undergraduate
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Careers in Physiology

By studying physiology with UNE, you will be equipped with the tools to adapt and respond to the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare and make a positive impact in the lives of individuals and communities. With the demand for highly trained health practitioners projected to rise sharply in the coming years, professionals with a degree in physiology can find employment in a variety of settings, including hospitals, research institutions and government agencies.

  • Exercise physiologist
    Design and implement exercise programs to help clients manage medical conditions and improve overall health and fitness.
  • Physiotherapist
    Assess, diagnose, and treat individuals with a range of physical problems or injuries, using a variety of techniques and modalities.
  • Occupational therapist
    Help individuals develop or regain skills needed for daily living and work, using a holistic and client-centred approach.
  • Biomedical scientist
    Conduct research on human diseases and develop new treatments, therapies and diagnostic tools.
  • Medical scientist
    Research and study the causes, treatments, and prevention of diseases and other medical conditions.
  • Health and safety officer
    Develop and implement safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for employees.
  • Public health officer
    Develop and implement programs and policies to improve public health and prevent the spread of disease.
  • Teacher
    Teach high school or tertiary level students about physiology and related sciences.

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