Master of Arts in Kinesiology - Sport and Human Performance

Program Type

Master of Arts (MA)

Program Length

30 Credit Hours (Thesis)
36 Credit Hours (Non-thesis)

Description

The Master of Arts in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Sport and Human Performance is designed to advance students' understanding of relationships among movement, exercise and skills that occur in the contexts of development, learning, rehabilitation, and training. This program seeks to prepare future professionals for movement-related fields, such as personal training, performance training, corporate wellness, and commercial fitness. Learning occurs through the study of movement and exercise processes within a framework that emphasizes the clinical and practical implications of theory and research.

Enrollment Semester

Fall, Spring, Summer

Program Offered

Hybrid  - Online and Face-to-Face (Evenings)

Tuition and Cost

Rates per semester

Additional Program Information

Department Website

Catalog Information

Application Requirements

1. Graduate Admissions Application
2. Application Fee
3. Official transcript from the baccalaureate degree granting institution
4. Bachelor's degree with a major or minor in Kinesiology/Sport Management or a related field
5. Twelve hours of advanced coursework related to the master’s emphasis; must be approved by the Kinesiology graduate coordinator
6. Two recommendation letters
7. Statement of intent/interest
8. Official GRE scores

NOTE: For regular admission, students should meet the following formula: 250(UGPA) + GRE scores = 1500 or higher

Academic Advisor

Dr. A. Page Glave
(936) 294-3324
apglave@shsu.edu