M.A. in kinesiology

M.A. or M.Ed.?

The School of Kinesiology offers two master’s degree programs: the M.A. (academic) through the Graduate School and the M.Ed. (applied) through the College of Education and Human Development. Select the link below for information to help you decide which is the right master’s program for you.

M.A. or M.Ed./professional studies?

M.A. Plan A and Plan B
Kinesiology M.A. students emphasize one of the following areas: biomechanics and neural control, exercise physiology, human factors/ergonomics, motor learning / motor development, sport management, sport and exercise psychology, or sport sociology.

Degree requirements
The M.A. is offered under Plan A and Plan B. Plan A requires 30 credits, including at least 14 credits in kinesiology, 6 credits in a minor or related field, and 10 thesis credits (KIN 8777). Plan B also requires 30 credits, including at least 14 credits in kinesiology, 6 credits in a minor or related field, 4 credits of a research project (KIN 8995), and 6 additional credits in any of these areas. For both the Plan A and Plan B, students must take KIN 5981 (3 credits), KIN 8980 (1 credit), and in the related field or minor, EPSY 5261 (3 credits) or 8261 (3 credits). A 3.00 minimum GPA is required to maintain good standing and to graduate.

Emphasis areas

Language requirements: None.

Final exam: The final exam is oral.

Minor requirements for students majoring in other fields: A master's minor requires at least 6 credits of graduate-level kinesiology courses.

To apply

Please see the graduate student applications page for applications and further information.

Tuition and fees

Financial aid

January 2008


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