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Master of Science in Kinesiology

The Master of Science in Kinesiology program equips candidates for Christian servant leadership in the multi-faceted areas of Kinesiology, equipping them with intercultural and leadership skills equal to integrating their Christian faith and witness as they make significant contributions to the human endeavor. This degree will prepare students to apply their studies to the design of wellness, fitness, and health promotion programs in various settings of professional interest: education, corporate, and commercial. The program includes scientific study in anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, the biophysics of human movement, and is a specialized STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) program.

PROGRAM DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

The Master of Science in Kinesiology is a 36-hour program. The program is composed of 18 Kinesiology core hours, 6 hours of professional preparation, a 3-hour internship, and 9 hours of electives.

course

Credit hours

Kinesiology Core Courses

18

KINE 5301 - Exercise Physiology

KINE 5302 - Organization and Administration of Kinesiology and Sport

KINE 5303 - Mechanical Analysis of Motor Skills

KINE 5304 - Sport Nutrition

KINE 6310 - Current Trends and Issues in Kinesiology and Sport (S-L)

KINE 6326 - Psychology of Sport and Performance

Professional Preparation Area

6

KINE 6305 - Measurement, Evaluation, and Research in Kinesiology

KINE 6308 - Sociology of Sport

KINE 6020 - Culminating Experience

Internship

KINE 5321 - Internship

3

Electives

Choose 6 hours of Kinesiology or Sport Management electives and any three-hour graduate elective (approved by program director).

9

Total Credit Hours Required

36

(S-L)=Course(s) with field-based service-learning component.

Refer to individual course descriptions for course requisites.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

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