Dr. Kym Guelfi

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kym Guelfi completed a PhD with distinction from the University of Western Australia in 2006, focusing on metabolic hormonal responses to exercise in individuals with type 1 diabetes mellitus. She is a Senior Lecturer within the School of Human Sciences at UWA, actively engaged in research projects investigating the role of exercise in disease prevention and management, particularly in obesity and diabetes. In 2023, she completed a Doctor of Medicine degree at UWA and now works as a medical doctor while continuing to teach undergraduate courses in sport science and exercise health. Throughout her career, Kym has successfully secured $1.5 million in collaborative research funding from various organizations to study the health impacts of exercise. She is passionate about teaching and contributes to several service activities both within her school and to the broader community.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2006-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Engaged in research and teaching within the School of Human Sciences, focusing on exercise physiology and health.

Courses

SSEH1101 Musculoskeletal System Movement SSEH2280 Applied Nutrition Sport Exercise Health

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
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  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.