The Master of Science in Kinesiology & Exercise Science is committed to be a leader in preparing students to critically analyze issues and problems related to exercise science, strength and conditioning and physical education. In addition, we ensure that our students are proficient in the outcome areas of practical and theoretical competence, communication, personal and professional decision making, ethical and legal practices, professional development, and self-enhancement.
The MS degree in Kinesiology & Exercise Science offers two types of concentrations:
• Research based thesis
• Graduate level internship
Program Requirements:
• 30 credit hours (non-thesis) or 30-33 credit hours (thesis)
• Required Courses for all MS students include KES 501,KES 590, KES 600, KES 622, KES 650, KES 652, and KES 654.
1. Thesis Option:
Master's candidate in this track must complete a scholarly thesis. The project is overseen by a Thesis Advisor and Committee. Thesis students can take up to six credit hours of thesis.
2. Project/Internship Option:
Master's candidate in this track must complete 30 credit hours of KES related coursework along with the required core courses listed under the Program Requirements.
Kinesiology & Exercise Science (Non-Thesis)
| Course ID | Course Title | Credit Hours | Fall | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KES 501 | Graduate Research Methods | 3 | X | ||
| KES 600 | Exercise Testing & Prescription | 3 | X | ||
| KES 650 | Theories of Strength & Conditioning | 3 | X | ||
| KES 590 | Seminar | 3 | X | ||
| KES 622 | Sport Nutrition | 3 | X | ||
| KES 654 | Adv. Biomechanics | 3 | X | ||
| KES 652 | Motor Behavior | 3 | X | ||
| KES 798 | Service Project | 3 | X | X | |
| KES 797 | Graduate Internship | 3 | X | X | X |
| KES | Free Elective | 3 | X | X | X |
Kinesiology & Exercise Science (Thesis)
| Course ID | Course Title | Credit Hours | Fall | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KES 501 | Graduate Research Methods | 3 | X | ||
| KES 650 | Theories of Strength & Conditioning | 3 | X | ||
| KES 600 | Exercise Testing & Prescription | 3 | X | ||
| KES 650 | Theories of Strength & Conditioning | 3 | X | ||
| KES 590 | Seminar | 3 | X | ||
| KES 652 | Motor Behavior | 3 | X | ||
| KES 622 | Sport Nutrition | 3 | X | ||
| KES 595 | Practicum | 3 | X | X | X |
| KES 798 | Service Project | 3 | X | X | |
| KES 799 | Thesis | 3-6 | X | X | X |