The Masters in Exercise and Sport Science program is a 36-credit hour program which offers two concentration options for degree completion. The Exercise Science concentration is for graduates interested in learning about human performance, disease prevention, and cardiac rehabilitation. The Physical Education, Sport, and Recreation concentration is for graduates interested in learning about contemporary curricula, teaching methods, and the management of programs and facilities in physical education, sport, and recreation.
Admission Requirements
Applicants can find University Graduate Admissions requirements here in the Academic Catalog. Additional application information can be found on the Admissions website. Program-specific admissions information, including when the program accepts applications for admission, can be found here.
Exercise Science Concentration
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | 24 | |
| EXSC-403 | Research Methods In Exercise Science, Physical Education, Sport, And Recreation Settings | 3 |
| EXSC-404 | Exercise Testing And Prescription | 3 |
| EXSC-418 | Current Topics In Exercise And Sport Science | 3 |
| EXSC-419 | Psychology Of Exercise & Health Behaviors | 3 |
| EXSC-421 | Motor Control And Learning | 3 |
| EXSC-422 | Biomechanics | 3 |
| EXSC-444 | Cellular Physiology Of Exercise | 3 |
| EXSC-445 | Cardiovascular & Respiratory Physiology Of Exercise | 3 |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Elective Courses | 12 | |
| Applied Nutrition | ||
| Practices In Cardiac Rehabilitation | ||
| Prevention Of Chronic Disease Through Diet & Exercise | ||
| Adapted Physical Education, Recreation, And Sport Programs | ||
| Internship | ||
| Independent Study/Research | ||
| Rehabilitation And Performance Injuries | ||
| Thesis Hours (Thesis Hours) | ||
| Thesis Hours (Thesis Hours) | ||
| Thesis Hours (Thesis Hours) | ||
| Theory & Methodology Of Coaching | ||
| or other courses as approved by the EXSC advisor. | ||
Physical Education, Sport, and Recreation Concentration
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | 6 | |
| EXSC-403 | Research Methods In Exercise Science, Physical Education, Sport, And Recreation Settings | 3 |
| EXSC-418 | Current Topics In Exercise And Sport Science | 3 |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Elective Courses | 30 | |
| Adventure Education | ||
| Socio/Cultural Influences On Physical Activity, Sport, And Recreation | ||
| Contemporary Curricula In Physical Education | ||
| Contemporary Teaching Methods In Physical Education | ||
| Exercise Testing And Prescription | ||
| Development And Management Of Physical Education, Recreation, And Sport Programs | ||
| Psychology Of Exercise & Health Behaviors | ||
| Motor Control And Learning | ||
| Biomechanics | ||
| Adapted Physical Education, Recreation, And Sport Programs | ||
| Internship | ||
| Independent Study/Research | ||
| Theory & Methodology Of Coaching | ||
| Sports-Specific Exercise Training | ||
| Thesis Hours | ||
| Thesis Hours | ||
| Thesis Hours | ||
| or other courses as approved by the EXSC advisor. | ||
Graduate Student Requirements:
In addition to program-specific requirements, all graduate students must abide by university graduate policies, which can be found in the Academic Catalog in the section of the College of Graduate Studies and Research.
Culminating Requirements for the Degree
Thesis Option Students
In addition to satisfactorily completing the required concentration-specific coursework, thesis option students will be required to satisfactorily prepare a thesis and orally present and defend their thesis research prior to earning the degree.
Non-Thesis Option Students
In addition to satisfactorily completing the required concentration-specific coursework, non-thesis option students are required to satisfactorily complete a written comprehensive examination over critical areas of their coursework prior to earning the degree.
EXIT REQUIREMENTS
Successful completion of all program requirements.
This sample curricular map is provided to guide you in the planning of your progression for this major. This guide should not replace regular consultations with your program advisor. For specific recommendations of courses not identified, please consult your program advisor.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Hours | |
| EXSC-403 | Research Methods In Exercise Science, Physical Education, Sport, And Recreation Settings | 3 |
| EXSC-404 | Exercise Testing And Prescription | 3 |
| EXSC-418 | Current Topics In Exercise And Sport Science | 3 |
| Term Hours | 9 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| EXSC-445 | Cardiovascular Respiratory Physiology Of Exercise | 3 |
| EXSC-444 | Cellular Physiology Of Exercise | 3 |
| EXSC-419 | Psychology Of Exercise Health Behaviors | 3 |
| Term Hours | 9 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Term 1 | ||
| EXSC-421 | Motor Control And Learning | 3 |
| EXSC-422 | Biomechanics | 3 |
| 1 Elective Course | 3 | |
| Term Hours | 9 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| EXSC-430 | Internship | 3 |
| EXSC 590 - Thesis Hours | ||
| OR 2 Elective Courses | 6 | |
| Term Hours | 9 | |
| Total Hours: | 36 | |