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Overview
Program Details
In The Sports Science - Exercise Physiology program from Hofstra University students will develop the skills necessary to design and implement population-specific training programs that enhance athletic performance and reduce injury risk. The foundation of course work is in areas of bio-mechanics, exercise physiology, performance testing, periodization, program design, and sport nutrition. In addition, all students will have opportunities to complete various fieldwork experiences.
The Exercise Physiology concentration is designed to prepare students to work as an exercise instructor (for healthy, athletic, and special populations), cardiopulmonary rehabilitation professional, or within management in the health, medical, and fitness industries. Students will study the acute and chronic physiological responses and adaptations resulting from physical activity.
Programme Structure
Courses
- Epidemiology for Health Care Managers
- Nutrition/Fitness
- Analysis of Movement
- Sports Nutrition
- Applied Sport and Exercise Biomechanics
- Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology
- Application of Pre-habilitation Approaches for Strength and Conditioning
- Skeletal Muscle Physiology
- Advanced Lab Techniques and Assessment
- Exercise Prescription for Special Populations
- Special Readings Seminar
- Special Readings Seminar
- Motor Development
- Inferential Statistics in Educational Research
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
Rolling Admission
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
31 SCH
31-34
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Sports Sciences Kinesiology View 280 other Masters in Kinesiology in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
GRE® Required
GMAT Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Strength and Conditioning concentration: A baccalaureate degree is required, preferably in exercise science, health, and fitness, physical education, or another related area.
- Exercise Physiology concentration: A baccalaureate degree in exercise science, health, and fitness, athletic training, physical education
- Undergraduate grade point average of 2.75. Students with less than a 2.75 undergraduate grade point average may be admitted with additional requirements upon the recommendation of the program adviser. The probationary period will consist of no less than 12 semester hours during which the student will be required to maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0.
- Two letters of recommendation.
- A brief statement indicating the applicant's interest in the program and describing professional intent.
- An interview with the graduate program director or departmental adviser.
Tuition Fee
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International
24877 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1605 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
24877 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1605 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for Hempstead
1300 - 2834 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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