Department of Nutrition and Kinesiology
Graduate Program - Kinesiology
Interested in the Department of Nutrition and Kinesiology? Become a student and advance your career by obtaining your graduate degree in this growing field.
A master's degree in kinesiology provides you with the choice of three specific areas of specialization.
Exercise Science
This on-campus, specialized master's degree prepares students to provide services in exercise interventions, the promotion of lifestyle change and physical activity. Coursework emphasizes clinical exercise science, athletic performance and hands-on laboratory methods to assess fitness and health.
Graduates can look forward to career opportunities in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, sports performance or wellness programs. Additionally, the program benefits students who may be interested in seeking a Ph.D. or related research in exercise science.
Alongside the research and core courses, graduation requirements include a thesis or internship option.
Thesis Option
(Minimum total of 30 credit hours are required to graduate.)
Research courses:
| PE 5210 | Statistics in Kinesiology | 3 |
| PE 5900 | Intro to Research in Kinesiology | 3 |
| PE 6600 | Seminar in Kinesiology | 3 |
Core courses:
| PE 5830 | Advanced exercise physiology | 3 |
| PE 5850 | Stress Testing and EKG Interpretation | 3 |
| PE 5870 | Mechanical Analysis of Sport Skills | 3 |
| PE 5840 | Principles of Motor Learning | 3 |
| PE 5980 | Laboratory Procedures in Exercise Science | 3 |
Thesis
| PE 6990 | Thesis | 6 |
Internship Option
(Minimum of 33 hours required to graduate.)
Research courses:
| PE 5210 | Statistics in Kinesiology | 3 |
| PE 5900 | Intro to Research in Kinesiology | 3 |
| PE 6600 | Seminar in Kinesiology | 3 |
Core courses:
| PE 5830 | Advanced exercise physiology | 3 |
| PE 5850 | Stress Testing and EKG Interpretation | 3 |
| PE 5870 | Mechanical Analysis of Sport Skills | 3 |
| PE 5840 | Principles of Motor Learning | 3 |
| PE 5980 | Laboratory Procedures in Exercise Science | 3 |
| PE 6980 | Internship | 3 |
Electives:
Students may select a total of six credit hours from the following approved electives.
| PE 5910 | Analysis of Movement | 3 |
| PE 4830 | Psychological Aspects of Physical Education | 2 |
| PE 5930 | Exercise Metabolism | 3 |
| PE 5940 | Body Composition | 3 |
| PE 6900 | Readings in Kinesiology | 1-5 |
Sport Management
Offered completely online, the master's degree in sport management offers students techniques in effective leadership and administration skills vital in athletic, fitness, wellness and sports industries. Through coursework, sport management students better understand organizational goals in the growing market of sport management programs.
Graduates can look forward to career opportunities in public and private schools, colleges and universities, professional and semi-professional sport clubs, as well as fitness and recreation centers.
Alongside the research and core courses, graduation requirements include a thesis or internship option.
Thesis Option
(Minimum total of 30 credit hours are required to graduate.)
Core courses:
| PE 5760 | Sport Marketing | 3 |
| PE 5770 | Sport Finance | 3 |
| PE 5740 | Legal Liability for Sport and Fitness Administration | 3 |
| PE 5780 | Organizational and Leadership Behavior in Sport | 3 |
Research Courses:
| PE 5210 | Statistics in Kinesiology | 3 |
| PE 5900 | Intro to Research in Kinesiology | 3 |
Electives:
Students may select a total of nine credit hours from the following approved electives.
| PE 5720 | Sport Facility Management | 3 |
| PE 5750 | Foundation in Sport Management | 3 |
| PE 5730 | Risk Management in Kinesiology | 3 |
| PE 5860 | Sport and Media | 3 |
| PE 5860 | Sport Public Relations | 3 |
| PE 5810 | Sport Event Management | 3 |
| PE 5800 | Sport Sponsorship and Sales | 3 |
| PE 5880 | Sport Consumer Behavior | 3 |
| PE 6190 | Trends and Issues in Kinesiology | 3 |
| PE 6900 | Readings in Kinesiology | 1-5 |
| PE 6990 | Thesis | 6 |
Internship Option
(Minimum total of 33 credit hours are required to graduate.)
Core courses:
| PE 5760 | Sport Marketing | 3 |
| PE 5770 | Sport Finance | 3 |
| PE 5740 | Legal Liability for Sport and Fitness Administration | 3 |
| PE 5780 | Organizational and Leadership Behavior in Sport | 3 |
Choose One of Two Research Courses:
| PE 5210 | Statistics in Kinesiology | 3 |
| PE 5900 | Intro to Research in Kinesiology | 3 |
Electives:
Students may select a total of nine credit hours from the following approved electives.
| PE 5720 | Sport Facility Management | 3 |
| PE 5750 | Foundation in Sport Management | 3 |
| PE 5730 | Risk Management in Kinesiology | 3 |
| PE 5860 | Sport and Media | 3 |
| PE 5860 | Sport Public Relations | 3 |
| PE 5810 | Sport Event Management | 3 |
| PE 5800 | Sport Sponsorship and Sales | 3 |
| PE 5880 | Sport Consumer Behavior | 3 |
| PE 6190 | Trends and Issues in Kinesiology | 3 |
| PE 6900 | Readings in Kinesiology | 1-5 |
| PE 6980 | Internship | 3-4 |
Pedagogy (Physical Education)
The Master of Science degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in pedagogy is designed for P -12 physical education teachers interested in advancing their content and pedagogical knowledge for improved professional practice. The degree is beneficial for beginning and veteran physical educators interested in enhancing their instructional effectiveness and continuing their professional development. Individuals who complete the pedagogy program should be prepared to assume leadership roles in the field of physical education.
The online M.S. degree allows graduate students the opportunity to achieve an advanced degree while working full-time. All online courses provide an asynchronous learning experience, allowing maximum flexibility in a student’s schedule. Course content is delivered through any combination of text notes, PowerPoint, video, and threaded discussions to provide a connection between students and faculty through a variety of visual, auditory, and text-based interactions. Course assignments allow graduate students the opportunity to apply theory to project-based learning experiences designed to foster intellectual growth, critical thinking skills, and problem solving abilities. Personal attention from professional faculty through individual advising are valued as a key to learning and academic success at UCM. Virtual online office hours allow for direct access to faculty.
A teaching certificate is not offered with this degree.
(Minimum total of 33 credit hours to graduate.)
Pedagogy/Teaching
Courses:
| PE 5200 | Effective Teaching in Physical Education | 3 |
| PE 5370 | Curriculum Theory in Physical Education | 3 |
| PE 5430 | Physical Activity Promotion | 3 |
| PE 5500 | Behavior Interventions in Physical Education | 3 |
| PE 5600 | Physical Education in Special Populations | 3 |
| PE 5730 | Risk Management for Kinesiology | 3 |
| PE 5840 | Principles of Motor Learning | 3 |
| PE 5950 | Assessment in Physical Education | 3 |
| PE 5900 | Research Methods in Physical Education | 3 |
| PE 6190 | Trends and Issues in Kinesiology | 3 |
| PE 6950 | Professional Seminar in Physical Education | 3 |
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