Integrative Physiology M.S. - Exercise Science
General Graduate Program Requirements
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The minimum GPA for any graduate program is 3.0. Individual programs may require more than a 3.0 to remain in good standing.
The minimum grade for a course to be accepted toward any requirement is C. Individual programs may require higher grades for specific courses.
MASTER OF SCIENCE - INTEGRATIVE PHYSIOLOGY - EXERCISE SCIENCE CONCENTRATION
- The research option is designed for those students who intend to pursue further graduate studies or careers in scientific or medical research. This 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 involves additional required course work and an internship. Coursework is modified to meet student needs.
Course Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| 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 |
| Statistics | ||
| Complete one of the following graduate-level statistics courses: | 3 | |
| Special Topics (Using R for Biostatistics) | ||
| Biomedical Statistics | ||
| Advanced Psychological Statistics I | ||
| Advanced Psychological Statistics II | ||
| Multivariate Statistics | ||
| Fundamentals of Biostatistics | ||
| Qualitative Methods | ||
| Social Data Analysis | ||
| Probability Theory | ||
| Mathematical Statistics | ||
| Statistical Methods I | ||
| Statistical Methods II | ||
| Applied Linear Models | ||
| Topics in Probability and Statistics | ||
| Theory of Linear Models | ||
| Graduate Seminar in Probability and Statistics | ||
| Research or Applied Option Requirements | ||
| Complete one of the following options: | 6 | |
| Research Option: | ||
| Thesis/Dissertation | ||
| Applied Option: | ||
Select one of the following: | ||
| Internship and Professional Paper | ||
| Thesis/Dissertation | ||
Written Comprehensive Exam | ||
| Electives | ||
| Complete 12 credits of graduate-level courses chosen in consultation with your advisor. | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 38 | |