“I chose to complete my PhD research at ECU when I heard that the Sports Science department was successful in attracting a world leader in my field of exercise and muscle physiology, Associate Professor Ken Nosaka.
"During my studies at ECU, I was provided with sensational facilities, great teaching opportunities and the experience of presenting my research results at international and national conferences.
" It was these kind of opportunities and experiences which helped me land the job with the AIS and I now look forward to developing our nation’s athletes for the Beijing Olympic Games and the next Commonwealth Games.”
The new facilities at the Health and Wellness Building will give students the opportunity for experimental hands-on practice to learn and master clinical skills in a variety of simulated health care settings. The new facilities at the Health and Wellness Building will give students the opportunity for experimental hands-on practice to learn
and master nursing skills in a variety of simulated health care settings. The new facilities will include:
ECU’s Senior Lecturer in Exercise and Sports Science, Dr Mike McGuigan, was awarded the “Outstanding Young Investigator” for 2007 by the National Strength and Conditioning Association at its annual conference in Atlanta, Georgia.
This association is one of the largest professional organisations in the world for exercise and sports science professionals and the award is very prestigious. Dr McGuigan was recognised for his extensive research for someone so early in their career.
His research interests include exercise and obesity in children, elite athlete performance development, resistance training, perceived exertion of physical activity and strength and conditioning.
Postgraduate students studying Clinical and Clinical/Forensic Psychology at Masters and Doctoral level can put their theory into practice at the ECU Psychological Services Centre where they undertake their first practical placement under intensive supervision. The clinic is unique in Australia because it is located off-campus, in the heart of Joondalup which makes it accessible to the general public. The clinic shares a building with the local Department for Community Services and Disability Services Commission. It is adjacent to the Joondalup Health Campus and very close to the new Family Relationships Centre. Ease of communication permits cross-referrals, networking and collaborative programs. Trainees gain a broad experience which equips them to take on further placements in external agencies with a high level of confidence and skill.
ECU has a rigorous research program which spans across a variety of health related areas. Research centres include: