The Master Science (M.S.) in Kinesiology/Human Performance Studies offers a Thesis (30 hours) and Non-Thesis (36 hours) option. The degree is designed to prepare individuals for research, advanced graduate education and careers in academic, medical, corporate and clinical settings.
A major in kinesiology requires 30 semester hours in the thesis program and 36 semester hours in the non-thesis program. Graduate students who intend to continue beyond the master’s degree are encouraged to elect the thesis program. All students entering the graduate program must take a common 12-hour core in combination with various electives from the human performance studies emphasis as well as other related fields.
This program requires a concentration/emphasis of Human Performance Studies.
Required Courses
KIN 550 - Introduction to Research in Health and Kinesiology Credit(s): 3
KIN 553 - Physiology of Exercise Credit(s): 3
KIN 555 - Orientation and Analysis of Laboratory Techniques Credit(s): 3
KIN 585 - Research and Statistical Analysis in Health and Kinesiology Credit(s): 3
Human Performance Studies Emphasis
Twelve credit hours of graduate level (500-599) Kinesiology course work as advised.
Electives
Twelve credit hours of approved graduate level (500-599) electives.