Overview
The Department of Kinesiology is dedicated to the development of future leaders in professions that maximize the potential of individuals and society through physical activity, exercise, and sport.
The department offers a Master of Science degree in Kinesiology - Exercise Physiology at James Madison University that includes both a thesis and non-thesis track.
Students applying to kinesiology are expected to have satisfactory Graduate Record Examination scores and adequate undergraduate preparation including at least one course in a cognate area of the discipline.
Program goals are to help students:
- Identify and describe important issues relevant to physical activity, and exercise and sport science.
- Educate others about the relevance of physical activity, exercise and sport to individuals and to society.
- Develop and administrate safe, effective and scientifically based physical activity, exercise and sport programs that address individual, community and societal needs.
- Enable students to evaluate the quality of information germane to the disciplines of physical activity, exercise and sport science.
- Develop the skills needed to conduct quality research.
- Conceive a cognate area of study within the professional field in which they intend to work.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Physical Activity Epidemiology
- Exercise Across the Lifespan
- Cardiorespiratory Exercise Physiology
- Muscular and Hormonal Aspects of Exercise
- Metabolic Aspects of Exercise
- Exercise Testing, Evaluation and Prescription
- Research Techniques
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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International Students: Apply several months prior to the application deadline for your program, ideally 6-12 months in advance.
Language
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Credits
33-36
Delivered
Disciplines
Physiotherapy Sport and Exercise Science Kinesiology View 116 other Masters in Physiotherapy in United StatesWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
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Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Resume
- Personal statement
- Two letters of recommendation
- GRE General Test - may be waived if the applicant has a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above in an exercise science or similar undergraduate program.
Tuition Fee
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International
42603 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1291 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
42603 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1291 USD per credit during 12 months. -
In-State
18513 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 561 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for Harrisonburg
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Kinesiology - Exercise Physiology.
Available Scholarships
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