Overview

Students looking to further develop their knowledge and skills in the field of Kinesiology - Exercise Physiology from Western Kentucky University in preparation for a professional career will do so through relevant coursework, laboratory experiences, practical experiences, and a field experience and/or research project tailored to their personal interests and goals.

Students interested in pursuing a doctoral program will also have the opportunity to engage in faculty-led and self-directed research, in addition to relevant coursework, which will foster the development of advanced methodological and laboratory skills necessary for doctoral level study. The Exercise Physiology concentration does not lead to rank change for Kentucky teachers.

The M.S. in Kinesiology, Physical Education Teacher Leader concentration focuses on teaching and meeting the Kentucky teacher requirements for advanced teaching standards. The concentration requires 10-16 credit hours of Professional Education Core, including 3 credit hours of Action Research; and 15 credit hours of Physical Education Specialization courses. The Teacher Leader concentration is designed to develop Teacher Leaders who can positively impact student learning in their classrooms and schools. Courses and experiences include Professional Learning Communities in which students interact with other graduate students from various content areas to discuss and work on real world challenges and promising practices they encounter in schools.

Concentration(s)

Exercise Physiology (KIEP)
Physical Education Teacher Leader (KIPE)

Joint Undergraduate Master's Program (JUMP)

This degree offers a Joint Undergraduate Master's Program (JUMP) which provides academically outstanding students the opportunity to complete both an undergraduate and graduate degree in approximately five years. Contact the graduate program coordinator for additional information.

Accreditation

Western Kentucky University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, specialist, and doctorate degrees.

Programme Structure

Course Include:

Research Methods in Kinesiology
Advanced Exercise Physiology
Advanced Statistics in Kinesiology
Advanced Strength & Conditioning
Lab Methods in Exercise Physiology
Advanced Exercise Testing and Prescription

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2026-01-16 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

32 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bowling Green, United States

Disciplines

Physiotherapy Sport and Exercise Science Kinesiology View 88 other Masters in Physiotherapy in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

3 _{(recommended)}

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree from a college or university of recognized standing with at least a 2.75 overall GPA
A Current Resume
A Statement of Professional Intent
The Statement of Professional Intent should provide a sample of the applicant's writing style and ability. It should be 2-3 typed pages, double-spaced, and is expected to be well organized, clearly written, and error free. It should include an introduction, responses to the three questions below, and a conclusion:
Why do you want to pursue this degree?
What related qualifications and/or experiences do you bring to the program?
What are your career goals after completing the program
Students with undergraduate GPA lower than 3.0 are required to submit 2 letters of recommendation from professors in their major and/or their academic advisor

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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

30496 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 953 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

29344 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 917 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

19424 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 607 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Bowling Green

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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