Overview

This Health and Movement Sciences programme at Virginia Commonwealth University is offered with a concentration in exercise science and has both a thesis and non-thesis option.

Student learning outcomes

Candidate demonstrates an understanding of research design and statistical applications relative to the disciplines comprising the health and movement sciences.

Candidate demonstrates a comprehensive or advanced knowledge of the field of health and movement science.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Movement Physiology

Nutrition for Health and Physical Activity

Psychology of Physical Activity

Laboratory Techniques in Rehabilitation Science

Clinical Exercise Physiology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Richmond, United States

Disciplines

Nutrition & Dietetics Health Sciences Sport and Exercise Science View 1131 other Masters in Health Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must have received a bachelor’s degree in exercise science or a related field from an accredited university or college.

For admission to graduate study at VCU, the Graduate School requires an undergraduate GPA of 3.0. or better, however, an individual department may waive this requirement as identified through a holistic review of an application.

Letters of recommendation from instructors or professional references in the applicant’s intended field of study may be required.

Statement of intent.

All non-native English-speaking applicants must provide evidence of English language proficiency

Virginia Commonwealth University requires international students to meet specific health insurance standards. For complete information, please consult a university representative.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

19950 USD / year

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Out-of-State

19950 USD / year

≈ 19950 USD / year
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In-State

18724 USD / year

≈ 18724 USD / year

Additional Details

Yearly Tuition Fee for In-State Residents: $18,724 USD.

Living costs

Richmond

United States

1071 - 1750 USD / month

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

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