Kinesiology MS to PhD at University of Texas at Arlington

Programme overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Kinesiology prepares students to be scholarly researchers who generate new knowledge in the field of Kinesiology, with the skills to apply existing scholarship to questions concerning the prevention, assessment, and treatment of motor difficulties, chronic diseases, and musculoskeletal injuries. The program’s interprofessional and multidisciplinary curriculum, as well as research focus, incorporates basic and clinical science approaches to identify disease markers and mechanisms, as well as evidence-based interventions designed to prevent and treat specific health conditions such as chronic illnesses and injuries...

Faculty: College of Nursing and Health Innovation | Department: Kinesiology | Duration: 42 credit hours | Location: Arlington, TX, United States

What you will study

The programme totals 42 credit hours. Required courses listed include: Laboratory Technique Rotations In Kinesiology I; Grant Writing; Professional Development; Applied Statistical Principles In Kinesiology; Advanced Statistical Analysis; Dissertation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

PhD applicants must meet these preconditions to be considered for admission: Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited US or international institution. Have an agreement (letter / email correspondence) from a faculty member in the department to serve as their primary supervisor based on the alignment of the applicant’s and faculty member’s interests. All international students must meet the minimum requirements for English Language proficiency as outlined in the UTA University Catalog UTA Catalog - English Proficiency. The following criteria are evaluated for admission into the Kinesiology PhD (MS Entry). The program considers all of the listed criteria in making admission decisions. Master’s degree in a relevant field of study from a US accredited institution or an equivalent foreign institution. GPA in master’s program: higher GPAs (at least a 3.25 or better) benefit applicant evaluations. A resume or CV of the applicant (maximum of 3 pages). This should highlight the educational background of the applicant, work / volunteer history, awards, research experience etc.

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.

Entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer.

Doctoral application priority dates: Fall February 1, Spring August 15, Summer February 15. Some programmes have earlier dates. Apply through ApplyUTA.

Apply through the official page: https://www.uta.edu/admissions/apply

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