PhD Kinesiology and Sport Studies at University of Tennessee, Knoxville

A research-intensive PhD preparing students in kinesiology (biomechanics, exercise physiology, physical activity epidemiology, sport psychology and motor behavior) or sport studies (socio-cultural studies and sport management). Graduates pursue faculty and postdoctoral positions or applied sport and clinical roles.

Faculty: College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences  |  Duration: Usually 3 years (2 years coursework, 1 year dissertation); 72 credit hours (Kinesiology) or 78 credit hours (Sport Studies) beyond the bachelor's  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Knoxville, TN, United States

What you will study

Both concentrations include 15 hours of concentration courses, 18 hours of research methods, 9 hours of specialization, 6 hours of cognate coursework and 24 hours of dissertation (KNS 600 or SPST 600); Sport Studies adds SPST 640 Professional Seminar. Students pass comprehensive exams before candidacy.

Career pathways

Faculty positions in higher education, postdoctoral research, applied sport and clinical settings, and sport administration.

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