MS Kinesiology at University of Massachusetts Amherst

Programme overview

The MS in Kinesiology examines human movement across biomechanics, movement neuroscience, physical activity and health, and physiology. Students may complete a thesis (research) option or a course-based option. The programme is STEM-designated.

Faculty: School of Public Health and Health Sciences | Department: Kinesiology | Intake: Fall; priority December 1, deadline February 1 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Amherst, MA, United States

What you will study

Study in one of four specializations: biomechanics, movement neuroscience, physical activity and health, or physiology. Sample course: KIN 597Z ST: Physical Activity and Public Health.

Career pathways

Doctoral study in kinesiology, biology, psychology or engineering; study coordinator or research associate roles in academic, medical or independent labs; business.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Kinesiology graduate programmes: Graduate School general requirements apply; applicants choose an area of specialization (biomechanics, movement neuroscience, physical activity and health, or physiology) and name a faculty member they wish to work with in the personal statement, since each faculty member accepts their own students; accepted MS students generally have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0; international applicants without a waiver need a TOEFL of 100 or higher (or equivalent); GRE not required. Priority deadline December 1, application deadline February 1.

Requirements published at program group level.

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.

Intake: Fall; priority December 1, deadline February 1

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