Master of Science, Kinesiology

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Master of Science, Kinesiology Two Year Plan

Program Overview

The M.S in Kinesiology is a 33-semester-hour degree that will academically prepare students for careers in the field of Kinesiology. Students will learn how the many facets of Kinesiology intersect in areas of Sport Science, Physical Education and Coaching, Sport Administration, Sport Ministry, and Strength Training Performance. Since courses are individually designed to meet the needs of each student, assignments allow students to focus on their specific area of interest for course projects, field experiences, and research assignments.

Admission Requirements

Earned bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 from a regionally accredited institution

Prior earned graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution
A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and 3 years of experience in the field of Kinesiology

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The minimum GPA requirement is 3.0. Grades of less than C- will not be counted toward degree completion.

Master of Science in Kinesiology - 33 Hours

Core Requirements

Choose 11 of the following courses

KINS 5103 - SPORT & SPIRITUALITY Credits: 3
KINS 5123 - TOPICS IN KINESIOLOGY Credits: 3
KINS 5203 - SPORT LEADERSHIP Credits: 3
KINS 5233 - SPORT SCIENCE AND COACHING Credits: 3
KINS 5543 - INNOVATION DESIGN AND SPORT BRANDING Credits: 3
KINS 5663 - PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN PERFORMANCE Credits: 3
KINS 5703 - ADAPTIVE KINESIOLOGY Credits: 3
KINS 5993 - THESIS/CAPSTONE PROJECT Credits: 1-6
KINS 6013 - BIOMECHANICS AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE Credits: 3
KINS 6023 - SPORTS, CULTURE, AND SOCIAL JUSTICE Credits: 3
KINS 6033 - ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATION Credits: 3

Additional Requirements

Students are required to complete the following prior to conferring of the Master’s degree in Kinesiology:

Successfully complete a graduate thesis

Successfully complete a capstone project based on your area of specialization