Kinesiology, Master of Science
The Graduate Program in Kinesiology offers advanced study in human movement with two distinct concentration areas: Exercise Science and Rehabilitation Science.
The Exercise Science concentration emphasizes the physiological and biomechanical aspects of human performance, preparing students for careers in sport performance, research, and the fitness industry, or for continued doctoral study.
The Rehabilitation Science concentration focuses on restoring function and enhancing quality of life for individuals with injuries, chronic conditions, or age-related limitations through therapeutic exercise. This concentration equips students for entry into professional allied health programs, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, and physician assistant studies.
Through a combination of coursework, research opportunities, and practical experiences, the Exercise Science and Rehabilitation Science concentrations develop professionals who can apply scientific principles to optimize human health, performance, and rehabilitation outcomes across diverse populations.
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
Exercise Science Concentration, Non-Thesis Track
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| EDKN 5310 | Advanced Human Anatomy | 3 |
| EDKN 5311 | Advanced Human Physiology | 3 |
| EDKN 5312 | Integrative Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| EDKN 5313 | Pathophysiology of Disease and Injury | 3 |
| EDKN 5317 | Research Methods in Kinesiology | 3 |
| EDKN 5338 | Statistical Analy of Res Data | 3 |
| Exercise Science Electives | ||
| Select six credit hours. | 6 | |
| Cardiopulmonary and Muscle Physiology | ||
| Advanced Principles of Training | ||
| Seminar in Selected Topics | ||
| PA/Nutrition for Weight Management | ||
| Internship and Research | ||
| EDKN 5305 | Graduate Research Project | 3 |
| EDKN 5340 | Internship in Sport/Rehab Sciences | 3 |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
Exercise Science Concentration, Thesis Track
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| EDKN 5310 | Advanced Human Anatomy | 3 |
| EDKN 5311 | Advanced Human Physiology | 3 |
| EDKN 5312 | Integrative Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| EDKN 5313 | Pathophysiology of Disease and Injury | 3 |
| EDKN 5317 | Research Methods in Kinesiology | 3 |
| EDKN 5338 | Statistical Analy of Res Data | 3 |
| Exercise Science Electives | ||
| Select six credit hours. | 6 | |
| Cardiopulmonary and Muscle Physiology | ||
| Advanced Principles of Training | ||
| Seminar in Selected Topics | ||
| PA/Nutrition for Weight Management | ||
| Research | ||
| EDKN 5306 | Thesis ( 2 semesters) | 6 |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
Rehabilitation Science Concentration, Non-Thesis Track
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| EDKN 5310 | Advanced Human Anatomy | 3 |
| EDKN 5311 | Advanced Human Physiology | 3 |
| EDKN 5312 | Integrative Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| EDKN 5313 | Pathophysiology of Disease and Injury | 3 |
| EDKN 5317 | Research Methods in Kinesiology | 3 |
| EDKN 5338 | Statistical Analy of Res Data | 3 |
| Rehabilitation Science Electives | ||
| Select six credit hours. | 6 | |
| Therapeutic Exercise | ||
| Biomechanics of Musculoskeletal Injury | ||
| Seminar in Selected Topics | ||
| Internship and Research | ||
| EDKN 5305 | Graduate Research Project | 3 |
| EDKN 5340 | Internship in Sport/Rehab Sciences | 3 |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
Rehabilitation Science Concentration, Thesis Track
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| EDKN 5310 | Advanced Human Anatomy | 3 |
| EDKN 5311 | Advanced Human Physiology | 3 |
| EDKN 5312 | Integrative Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| EDKN 5313 | Pathophysiology of Disease and Injury | 3 |
| EDKN 5317 | Research Methods in Kinesiology | 3 |
| EDKN 5338 | Statistical Analy of Res Data | 3 |
| Rehabilitation Science Electives | ||
| Select six credit hours. | 6 | |
| Therapeutic Exercise | ||
| Biomechanics of Musculoskeletal Injury | ||
| Seminar in Selected Topics | ||
| Research | ||
| EDKN 5306 | Thesis ( 2 semesters) | 6 |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
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 Practicum 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 Methods in Kinesiology | 3 |
| EDKN 5333 | Seminar in Selected Topics | 3 |
| 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 | Practicum 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 | ||
| Integrative Exercise Physiology | ||
| 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 | 48 | |