Degree overview

Build your knowledge and skills in the exercise management of chronic disease conditions.

This program is designed for graduates working in related fields such as Physiotherapy, Medicine, Occupational Therapy, and Nutrition and Dietetics. You will develop knowledge and skills in the exercise prescription and management of chronic health disease conditions.

Career opportunities

Graduates develop skills and practical experience in exercise and chronic condition management.

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Graduate Diploma in Exercise and Chronic Disease Management

Program Code 40244

CRICOS Code , Program Code 40244

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This program is not currently accepting new applications.

Program Code 40244

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What you will study

Graduates are equipped with skills in exercise prescription, pathophysiology and human behaviour change. You will learn the critical problem-solving skills required for the management and treatment of chronic disease conditions.

Your core studies will focus on the following areas:

  • Exercise assessment and intervention
  • Exercise for cardiopulmonary diseases
  • Exercise for metabolic and kidney diseases
  • Chronic disease management and injury control
  • Motivating health behaviour change.
2025 Program Handbook

The courses shown above are a guide, and don't reflect the exact year-by-year structure of the program, you should always refer to the program handbook for details of the complete program structure, course requirements and availability.

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Student experience

Student experience

Where can a Graduate Diploma in Exercise and Chronic Disease Management take you? 1:32

Meet Associate Lecturer Kristie Sheridan and hear first-hand why you should choose to study the Graduate Diploma in Exercise and Chronic Disease Management at the University of Newcastle.

Scholarships

Scholarships

Scholarships

If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.

Scholarships are available for current, future and international students, Asylum seekers, Graduate research, abroad and exchange study and opportunities with external providers.

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