Rate My Professor Brad Morris

Dr Bradley Morris is a Lecturer in Exercise and Sports Science at the University of New England within the School of Science and Technology, a role he commenced in January 2022. His comprehensive academic background includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Exercise Science from Deakin University, where he recently completed his thesis at the School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences. Morris also holds a Master of Exercise Science from Edith Cowan University, a Graduate Certificate of Health Research Practice from Deakin University, and a Bachelor of Human Movement Science from Central Queensland University. These qualifications form the foundation of his contributions to teaching and research in exercise physiology and sports performance.

Prior to his academic appointment, Morris held key positions in professional sports, including Strength and Power Coach for the Sydney Roosters in the National Rugby League and Sports Science Manager for the New Zealand Warriors. He has supported the performance enhancement of elite athletes from Australia and New Zealand. Complementing this experience is his athletic record as a three-time Australian Heavyweight Champion in Mixed Martial Arts and a veteran of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. At UNE, he teaches units including Strength Training and Conditioning (EXSC260), Exercise Prescription and Programming (EXSC370), and Introductory Exercise Physiology (EXSC220), integrating practical insights into the curriculum. Morris's research interests span exercise science, sports science, exercise performance, rehabilitation, sports injuries, sport biomechanics, strength and conditioning, athletic performance, injury prevention, and biomechanics. He authored the 2024 publication 'Resistance is not futile: a systematic review of the benefits, mechanisms and safety of resistance training in people with heart failure'. His work emphasizes the application of scientific principles to optimize athletic outcomes and health interventions.