M.S. in Kinesiology
Please note: Effective spring semester 2011, the M.A. in Kinesiology will change to the M.S. in Kinesiology. The programs of study will not change. Students entering the program in spring and fall 2011 and beyond will be enrolled in the M.S. in Kinesiology.
M.S. Plan A and Plan B
Kinesiology M.S. students concentrate their studies in one of the following areas: behavioral aspects of physical activity, biomechanics and neural control, exercise physiology, motor learning/motor development, sport and exercise psychology, or sport sociology.
Degree requirements
The M.S. 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
- Behavioral aspects of physical activity
- Biomechanics and neuromotor control
- Exercise physiology
- Motor learning/motor development
- Sport and exercise psychology
- Sport sociology
Language requirements: None.
Final exam: The final exam is oral.
Minor options
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.