Overview

East Carolina University's Kinesiology, M.Sc. program provides students an optimal mix of scientific knowledge and hands-on experiences. Students have the opportunity to take part in groundbreaking research in state-of-the-art laboratories as they examine the impact of physical activity on disease prevention and quality of life. They also have the opportunity to be involved in research projects focused on promoting physical activity and sport participation across the lifespan. Along with research experiences, students have the opportunity to apply the knowledge gained through practical experiences in a variety of sport and exercise settings. Collaborations with schools, health departments, public health agencies, nonprofit groups and sport organizations provide students with opportunities to apply their knowledge, learn in real-world settings, and network with well-known professionals.

The MS degree in kinesiology prepares students for careers in health/fitness and sport settings depending on the concentration in which they studied. Graduates have successfully gained employment in a variety of health/fitness careers ranging from corporate wellness and university settings to cardiac rehabilitation programs. Others are employed in teaching and coaching, while others have sought careers in the business side of sport. Graduates have also been successful in pursing advanced doctoral study or professional degree programs in allied health, as well as employment in research labs.

ECU Advantage

ECU's master's degree program in kinesiology is well known throughout the country for producing highly skilled professionals. Graduate assistantships are available for teaching and research. International students contribute to the open-minded culture within the department. Graduates leave prepared to make a real difference in the lives of the people with whom they work.

Program faculty include internationally known experts who excel in both teaching and research. The faculty care about their students and the mentoring the graduate students receive is unsurpassed. The ability of the faculty to provide high quality experiences in the classroom, laboratory, and professional settings is among the best in the nation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Exercise Physiology
Biomechanics of Human Movement
Motor Control and Learning
Research Methods in Kinesiology
Statistics in Kinesiology
Elective courses in areas such as nutrition, sport psychology, and physical activity epidemiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-05-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00

More details

International Students: no set deadline but students should allow an additional one to two months prior to the deadlines for processing the required paperwork.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Kinesiology View 471 other Masters in Kinesiology in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

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Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Minimum 3.0 GPA in last 60 credit hours of undergraduate coursework
GRE scores
Three letters of recommendation
Personal statement
Resume/CV

Tuition Fee

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International

20807 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20807 USD per year during 12 months.
National

20807 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20807 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

7658 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7658 USD per year during 12 months.

Distance Education: Non-Resident: $18,361/Year; Resident: $5,213/Year

Living costs for Greenville

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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Available Scholarships

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