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MS Kinesiology (Health and Human Development) at Pennsylvania State University

Pennsylvania State University, United States

Programme overview

The graduate programs in Kinesiology are research oriented and are designed to meet the specific goals and interests of the student. The primary goal of the overall program is to provide students the opportunity to study in depth one area of specialization and to develop necessary research skills to enhance their professional competence. The master's program is designed to prepare students for future graduate study, while the doctoral program is directed toward careers in research and in teaching at the advanced undergraduate and graduate levels in colleges and universities.

Faculty: The Graduate School  |  Duration: 18 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: University Park, PA, United States

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants apply for admission to the program via the J. Jeffrey and Ann Marie Fox Graduate School application for admission . The minimum requirements for admission to the master's program include: a 3.00 junior/senior grade-point average (on a 4.00 scale), satisfactory recommendations, and appropriate background courses in physical, biological, behavioral, and/or social science, depending on the intended area of specialization. Applicants from majors other than exercise and sport science/physical education are welcome to apply. In addition, doctoral applicants are expected to meet more stringent admission standards, including documented research capabilities (e.g., from an M.S. degree). Experience is highly desirable.

Duration: 18 credits

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