MS Kinesiology and Health Promotion at University of Kentucky

Programme overview

The MS in Kinesiology and Health Promotion explores the science of human movement and its effect on health, performance and quality of life, with research and practical application; an online option is available.

Faculty: College of Education | Intake: Fall, Spring, Summer | Study mode: full-time; online option available | Location: Lexington, KY, United States

What you will study

Exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor behavior and sport psychology, with concentrations in biomechanics, exercise physiology, health promotion and physical education.

Career pathways

Exercise physiologist, health coach, sports performance specialist in rehabilitation, nutrition and public health.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School requirements apply (not programme-specific): see the Graduate School admission requirements.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applicants apply online through The Graduate School application system; deadlines and supplemental materials are set by each programme page. Minimum undergraduate GPA 2.75, minimum graduate GPA 3.0, and 2.5 for graduate certificate applicants (programmes may require more).

Apply through the official page: https://academics.uky.edu/apply

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