Kinesiology, Master of Science
The Master of Science in Kinesiology at Texas A&M University-San Antonio prepares professionals with the education and experience to pursue a professional career in the field of Health and Kinesiology or to pursue a doctoral degree in a related field. The program provides and supports higher-level knowledge, specialized proficiencies, and the development of independent creativity. The Master’s degree in Kinesiology offers a 1) thesis (pursuing a research degree and possibly a Ph.D. program) and a 2) non-thesis track with a graduate research project (seeking work as a practitioner/educator in the fitness industry and school setting).
- Gain a more critical understanding of theory, practice, and advanced research in the field of Kinesiology
- Expose to a hands-on learning environment (lab work) that prepares students with the skill sets needed for the industry.
- Development of professional identity appropriate for future career plans.
- Improve ability to process and analyze information through problem-based learning.
Faculty members in the Kinesiology program are innovative, productive scholars dedicated to student-centered instruction. The department’s state-of-the-art laboratories house the latest in equipment and measurement devices used in the study of movement and exercise science.
Administrative Officers
Dr. Eun Hye Kwon, Graduate Coordinator, ekwon@tamusa.edu at SciTech Building 142J
Admission Process
Unless otherwise specified, admission to any of the graduate programs in the Department of Counseling, Health, and Kinesiology requires a baccalaureate degree and adequate coursework in the field of interest.
Prospective students must have at least a 2.6 cumulative undergraduate GPA or at least a 3.0 on the last 60 hours.
Required documents:
- Statement of purpose
- Two letters of recommendation
Curricula
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| Seminar in Selected Topics | ||
| Research in Kinesiology | ||
| Statistical Analy of Res Data | ||
| Electives | 9-18 | |
| Select nine to eighteen credit hours, depending on plan: | ||
| Physiology of Exercise | ||
| Sports Coaching & Officiating | ||
| Teach College Phys Educ | ||
| Administration of Athletics | ||
| Org and Adm of Kinesiology Prg | ||
| Current Issues and Trends | ||
| Hist/Phil Sport/Human Prfrmnc | ||
| Fitness/Nutrition/Weight Mgmt | ||
| Perf in Environmental Extremes | ||
| Youth Fitness & Performance | ||
| Aging and Physical Activity | ||
| Research | ||
| Select three to six hours, depending on plan: | 3-6 | |
| Graduate Research Project | ||
| Thesis (2 semesters) | ||
| Support Areas | ||
| Select 0 to 12 hours, depending on plan: 1 | 0-12 | |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| Seminar in Selected Topics | ||
| Research in Kinesiology | ||
| Statistical Analy of Res Data | ||
| Electives | 9-18 | |
| Select nine to eighteen credit hours, depending on plan: | ||
| Physiology of Exercise | ||
| Sports Coaching & Officiating | ||
| Teach College Phys Educ | ||
| Administration of Athletics | ||
| Org and Adm of Kinesiology Prg | ||
| Current Issues and Trends | ||
| Hist/Phil Sport/Human Prfrmnc | ||
| Fitness/Nutrition/Weight Mgmt | ||
| Perf in Environmental Extremes | ||
| Youth Fitness & Performance | ||
| Aging and Physical Activity | ||
| Research | ||
| Select three to six hours, depending on plan: | 3-6 | |
| Graduate Research Project | ||
| Thesis (2 semesters) | ||
| Support Areas | ||
| Select 0 to 12 hours, depending on plan: 1 | 0-12 | |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
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These courses include, but are not limited to:
- Health
- Counseling
- Educational Administration
- Management
MS in Kinesiology with Administrator Certification
The Master of Science in Kinesiology also offers an option to pursue Principal Certification. The total number of hours for the MS in Kinesiology with Administrator Certification is 48. 160 clock hours are required for the Internship in School Administration (EDAD 5345 Internship in School Administration). After 12 hours of EDAD coursework have been completed in the program, students may take the Principal (268) practice TExES Exam. This provides students with an option to be an Athletic Director or Principal.
In order to sit for the state exam, a candidate must be admitted to the Educator Preparation Program, meet academic competency requirements and receive approval to test. Pursuant to the Texas Education Code (TEC), §22.083, candidates must undergo a criminal history background check prior to employment as an educator. A person who is enrolled or planning to enroll in a State Board for Educator Certification-approved educator preparation program or planning to take a certification examination may request a preliminary criminal history evaluation letter regarding the person’s potential ineligibility for certification due to a conviction or deferred adjudication for a felony or misdemeanor offense.
Required Coursework
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| EDKN 5317 | Research in Kinesiology | 3 |
| Seminar in Selected Topics | ||
| EDKN 5338 | Statistical Analy of Res Data | 3 |
| EDKN 5305 | Graduate Research Project | 3 |
| EDAD 5341 | School Administration | 3 |
| EDAD 5301 | Behav and Org Found of Educ | 3 |
| EDAD 5344 | Supervision | 3 |
| EDAD 5315 | Admin of Various Specl Progrm | 3 |
| EDAD 5342 | Princplshp in Elem and Sec Scl | 3 |
| EDAD 5383 | Public School Law | 3 |
| EDAD 5313 | Sch Admin Public Sch Fin | 3 |
| EDAD 5345 | Internship in School Administration | 3 |
| Major Elective Courses | ||
| Students pursuing this option must also complete 4 major elective courses from the course offerings below: | 12 | |
| Sports Coaching & Officiating | ||
| Administration of Athletics | ||
| Org and Adm of Kinesiology Prg | ||
| Physiology of Exercise | ||
| Current Issues and Trends | ||
| Hist/Phil Sport/Human Prfrmnc | ||
| Sci Foundations of Health Educ | ||
| Crit Anal of Issues in Hlth Ed | ||
| Seminar in Selected Topics | ||
| Total Credits | 45 | |