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EXERCISE AND SPORT SCIENCE — GENERAL

Two options are available in the graduate program leading to a master of science degree in Exercise and Sport Science — General: 1) Sport Administration and 2) Physical Education Teaching.

SPORT ADMINISTRATION OPTION

The sport administration option prepares professionals for managerial positions in the sport industry such as athletics, sports/ fitness centers, professional sports, sport/ athletic equipment merchandising, and intramural/recreational sports. The curriculm is accredited by the National Association for Sp[ort and Physical Education (NASPE) and the North American Sociey for Sport Management (NASSM). Students may select a thesis (36 credits) or non-thesis option (36 credits). Students choosing the non-thesis option must successfully apply for and complete comprehensive written exams in the Department of Exercise and Sport Science. A minimum of half of the credits must be earned in graduate-only level courses.

The following prerequisites must be met for entry into this Master of Science program:

1. A physical education/kinesiology, sport/exercise science, or sport administration/management degree from an accredited four-year institution.

2. Documented course work in:

—human anatomy (3 credits)

—human physiology (3 credits)

Category A — Research Thesis Option (12 credits)

Required Courses:			Credits
EFN	730	Introduction to Research	3
EFN	735	Interpretation of Statistical Data	3
ESS	799	Research: Master’s Thesis	6

Non-thesis Option (6 credits)

Required Courses:			Credits
EFN	736	Interpretation of Current Research	3
EFN	735	Interpretation of Statistical Data	3
		or
ESS	752	Assessment of Physical Education and Athletics	3

Written Comprehensive Exam

Category B — Core Requirements (24 credits)

			Credits
ESS	545	Planning Facilities in Physical Activity and Sport	3
ESS	702	Sport Administration	3
ESS	738	Financial Management for Sport Programs	3
ESS	739	Current Issues in Sport Law	3
ESS	754	Sport Marketing	3
ESS	788	Internship in Sport Administration	6

Select one of the following three courses:

ESS	749	Psychological Aspects of Sport	3
ESS	760	Problems in Athletics	3
ESS	766	Sports in American Culture	3

Category C — Electives

(non-thesis option only — 6 credits)

Elective credits must be related to the field of sport administration or teaching. All electives must be approved by the program director or adviser prior to course enrollment.

Up to three credits of ESS 560, Clinical Forum, will count toward this option.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHING OPTION

The teaching option is designed as a practitioner-oriented program for physical education teaching professionals seeking additional qualifications and expertise in such areas as teaching methods and styles, new and innovative curricular design, analysis of effective teaching, supervision, adventure and outdoor physical education. Students may select either the thesis or non-thesis option. Both options require 31 credits. Students choosing the non-thesis option must successfully apply for and complete comprehensive written exams in the Department of Exercise and Sport Science. A minimum of half of the credits must be earned in graduate-only level courses.

Prerequisites or equivalents are:

1. Undergraduate major in physical education or related field from an accredited four-year institution.

2. Documented course work in the following areas:

— anatomy/physiology

— measurement and evaluation in physical education

— adapted physical education

— motor development/behavior/child development

Category A — Research Thesis Option (12 credits)

Required Courses:			Credits
EFN	730	Introduction to Research	3
EFN	735	Interpretation of Statistical Data	3
ESS	799	Research: Master’s Thesis	6

Non-thesis Option (6 credits)

Required Courses:			Credits
EFN	736	Interpretation of Current Research	3
ESS	752	Assessment in Physical Education and Athletics	3

Written comprehensive examination information can be found at http://perth.uwlax.edu/hper/ess/pe/compreg.html.

Category B — Core Requirements (9 credits)

			Credits
ESS	737	Curriculum Design in Physical Education	3
ESS	759	Analysis and Supervision of Physical Education	3
ESS	771	Current Issues in Physical Education	3

Category C — Electives

(thesis option — 10 elective credits)

(non-thesis option — 16 elective credits)

Elective courses must be related to the field of teaching. Courses can be selected from a variety of courses offered in ESS, HED, and/or EFN. Up to six credits of ESS 560, Physical Education Clinical Forum, will count toward electives. All electives must be pre-approved by the program director.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHING OPTION — CONCENTRATION IN ADVENTURE EDUCATION

The adventure emphasis is designed as a practitioner-oriented program for physical education teachers seeking specific expertise in the area of adventure education. The theory and practice of ropes course instruction and management, and outdoor pursuits are addressed. Students in this concentration will be required to take the following 10 credits within Category C electives:

			Credits
ESS	745	Pedagogy of Outdoor Physical Education	3
ESS	765	Adventure Education for Physical Educators	3
ESS	777	Seminar in Adventure/Outdoor Physical Education	2
ESS	778	Practicum in Adventure Education	2

Students must meet all requirements for the physical education teaching option. The 10 credits required in the Adventure Concentration will replace 10 credits in Category C.

ATHLETIC TRAINING CONCENTRATION

The Graduate Athletic Training Concentration provides advanced study for Certified Athletic Trainer. The concentration provides students the opportunity to expand their knowledge and further develop their athletic training skills. The concentration can be completed by graduate students meeting the following criteria:

— unconditional admission to a UW-L graduate program

— successfully passed the National Athletic Trainers’ Association - Board of Certification Examination

Graduates who have completed the concentration are prepared to:

— conduct applied research in high school, university and clinical settings

— pursue advanced scholarly activities in athletic training

— incorporate scientific knowledge into professional practice

Graduates may be employed in:

— colleges and universities

— sports medicine centers

— high schools

— hospital, rehabilitation and clinical settings

— industrial and corporate settings

— professional sports

Concentration requirements:

			Credits
ESS	730	Athletic Activity Injury/Illness Evaluation	3
ESS	731	Rehabilitation of Athletic Musculoskeletal	3
ESS	732	Advanced Athletic Activity Injury Management	3
ESS	733	Advanced Athletic Training Clinical	4
ESS	773	Physical Education in Higher Education	3

TOTAL CREDITS			16