Master of Science in Kinesiology
The Master of Science degree in Kinesiology offers three distinct concentrations that allow students to direct their learning experience towards their career goal. The Exercise Physiology concentration is designed for students interested in pursuing careers in allied health as an ACSM-Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist or obtain a Ph.D. in exercise physiology. The Human Performance concentration is designed to prepare students for careers specializing in maximizing health and physical performance. The Motor Behavior and Exercise and Sport Psychology concentration is designed for students interested in advanced study within sport psychology and/or motor learning, development and control.
Each concentration contains a unique curriculum, but allows elective courses to be included so that students have the flexibility to take courses that may meet their personal interests or goals. A full list of graduate courses offered by the department can be viewed in the Course Rotation link located at the bottom of this webpage. All concentrations take two years to complete and require a minimum of 36 credit hours to earn the Master's of Science degree.
Upon starting the program, students are partnered with an academic adviser who will assist in course planning. Additional learning experiences are offered to students including teaching and research opportunities. To further enhance professional development, university and departmental scholarships and travel stipends are also available for students to attend and present their research at regional or national conferences.
KINESIOLOGY CONCENTRATIONS
Exercise Physiology
- Required coursework (12 hours)
- KIN 5315 Research Methods I
- KIN 5334 Clinical Exercise Testing & Prescription
- KIN 5335 Cardiopulmonary Exercise Physiology
- KIN 5336 Skeletal Muscle Physiology
- Must choose two (6 hours)
- KIN 5304 Clinical Internship
- KIN 5337 Electrocardiography
- KIN 6000 Thesis
- KIN 7000 Research
- Electives (18 hours) - must be approved by adviser
Human Performance
- Required coursework (24 hours)
- KIN 5315 Research Methods I
- KIN 5317 Seminar
- KIN 5318 Biomechanical Assessment of Human Performance
- KIN 5338 Human Body Composition
- KIN 5353 Research and Assessment of Muscular Performance
- KIN 5355 Program Design for Strength and Conditioning
- KIN 5357 Applied Neuromuscular Performance
- KIN 5358 Ergogenic Aids & Human Performance
- Electives (12 hours) - must be approved by adviser
Motor Behavior and Exercise and Sport Psychology
- Required coursework (18 hours)
- KIN 5315 Research Methods I
- KIN 5316 Research Methods II
- KIN 5312 Behavioral and Psychological Aspects of Exercise
- KIN 5313 Applied Sport Psychology
- KIN 5302 Motor Control
- KIN 5305 Motor Learning
- Electives (18 hours) - must be approved by adviser
Graduate Course Rotation
Department of Kinesiology & Sport Management
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Address
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Phone
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