Integrative Physiology - Master of Science - Exercise Science (M.S.)
Master of Science (M.S.) - Integrative Physiology - Exercise Science
College of Health
Degree Specific Credits: 38
Required Cumulative GPA: 3.0
Catalog Year: 2022-23
Notes/Description
The Research Option is designed for those students who intend to pursue further graduate studies or careers in scientific or medical research. This option involves a more intensive study of laboratory methods and statistical and research design. A thesis is required.
The Applied Option is intended for those students who plan to pursue professional careers in Exercise or Applied Sciences (corporate/adult fitness, cardiac rehabilitation, strength and conditioning). This option involves additional required course work and an internship. Coursework is modified to meet student needs.
Summary
Core Course requirements | 20 | |
Thesis/Internship/Professional Paper/Dissertation | 6 | |
Electives | 12 | |
Total Hours | 38 | |
Core Course Requirements
Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
Complete all of the following courses: | ||
HHP 520 | Research Methods | 3 |
HHP 525 | Advanced Biomechanics | 3 |
HHP 529 | Advanced Exercise Physiology I | 3 |
HHP 530 | Advanced Exercise Physiology II | 3 |
HHP 531 | Lab Procedures In Exercise Science | 3 |
HHP 594 | Seminar | 2 |
A graduate level statistics course | 3 | |
Total Hours | 20 | |
Minimum Required Grade: C
Option Requirements
Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
Complete all of the following research option courses: | ||
HHP 699 | Thesis/Dissertation | 6 |
Or | ||
Complete one of the following applied option courses: | ||
HHP 598 | Internship | >3 |
And | ||
HHP 599 | Professional Paper | 3 |
Or | ||
HHP 699 | Thesis/Dissertation | 6 |
Or | ||
Written Comprehensive Exam | ||
Total Hours | 6 | |
Minimum Required Grade: C
Elective Course Requirements
Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
Complete the following courses to meet minimum credit requirements: | ||
AHHS 430 | Health Aspects of Aging | 3 |
AHAT 479 | Topics in Sports Medicine | 3 |
ATEP 569 | Clinical Anatomy Laboratory | 1 |
ATEP 576 | Performance and Technology in Athletic Training | 3 |
ATEP 580 | Pharmacology for Sports Medicine | 1 |
BIOB 468 | Endocrinology | 3 |
BIOH 462 | Principles Medical Physiology | 3 |
CHTH 445 | Program Planning in Community Health | 4 |
CHTH 485 | Theories of Health Behaviors and Counseling | 3 |
COA 405 | Advanced Concepts in Coaching | 3 |
HHP 523 | Case Studies in Performance Psychology | 3 |
HHP 560 | Advanced Electrocardiogram Assessment | 2 |
HTH 465 | Leading Health and Human Performance Organizations | 3 |
HTH 475E | Legal and Ethical Issues Health and Exercise Professions | 3 |
KIN 410 | Advanced Strength Training & Conditioning | 3 |
KIN 460 | ECG Assessment | 2 |
KIN 483 | Exercise Disease & Aging | 3 |
KIN 484 | Exercise Disease & Aging Lab | 1 |
NUTR 411 | Nutrition For Sports & Exercise | 3 |
PUBH 540 | Social & Behavioral Science in Public Health | 3 |
Total Hours | 12 | |
Minimum Required Grade: C