Overview
Your studies focus on the developmental aspects of movement and function across the lifespan, and you'll immerse yourself in the latest information available about teaching physical education, sport, and physical activity.
At the University of Georgia we offer both thesis and non-thesis programs to accommodate your specific goals.
Kinesiology (Motor Behavior) Program Highlights
Curriculum
The motor behavior specialization is a research-oriented program for students interested in the study of motor development, motor learning, and movement control. This includes:
- The developmental aspects of movement and function across a person's lifespan
- Underlying mechanisms related to physical and motor functioning
- How these mechanisms occur in conjunction with motor skill acquisition and sports-related movements
Programme Structure
As a student in the motor behavior specialization, you will take coursework in:
- Motor development
- Motor control and motor learning
- Therapeutic exercise
- Developmental and motor assessment
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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- June 1 (non-thesis)
Language
Credits
30-36
Delivered
Disciplines
Sports Sciences Kinesiology View 574 other Masters in Sports Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- You should hold an undergraduate degree in physical education, exercise science, psychology, or special education. In addition to completing your application, you will also submit transcripts from all institutions attended, three letters of recommendation, and other documents to our department.
- GRE scores are required only for application to the MS thesis program. The GRE is not required for admission to the MS non-thesis program specializing in Motor Behavior.
Tuition Fee
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International
24676 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 24676 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
24676 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 24676 USD per year during 12 months. -
In-State
8698 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8698 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Athens
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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Funding
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