The Master of Science degree in Exercise and Sport Science-Human Performance is an interdisciplinary program of study for those interested in learning and applying scientific principles to training of physically active individuals and athletes at all levels (e.g. recreational, high school, college, professional). Areas of study include physiology, biomechanics, and motor learning. Students in Human Performance can choose an emphasis in applied sport science or strength and conditioning. Students select a thesis option (32 credits) or a non-thesis (32 credits). Students choosing the non-thesis option must successfully complete written comprehensive examinations at the end of the program. At least one-half of the credits must be earned at the 700 level.
Students interested in studying the responses and adaptations to the training of athletes, pursuing a career as a sport coach or strength and conditioning coach, or working in fitness/athletic enhancement centers are encouraged to apply to this graduate program.
Graduate Preparation Goals:
• Serve as head or assistant strength and conditioning coach for high school, DI, DII or DIII university sports or professional and semi-professional sports.
• Prepare sport coaches to apply sport science to their training programs.
• Serve as fitness professional in health club, fitness facility or corporate fitness facility
• Pursue a doctoral degree and career as an exercise scientist (teaching and research at the university level)
Application deadline is February 1 of each year for fall semester.
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Prerequisite courses (or equivalent) and requirements for admission:
GRE Scores
ESS 205 Human Anatomy (3 credits)
ESS 206 Human Physiology (3 credits)
ESS 302 Physiology of Exercise (3 credits)
ESS 303 Biomechanics (3 credits)
ESS 368 Strength Training Theory and Techniques (3 credits)
or Undergraduate Internship in related area. Two letters of recommendation, CSCS preferred.
Course Requirements: (32 credits)
Category A –Research Thesis Option (12 credits)
EFN 730 Introduction to Research (3 credits)
EFN 735 Interpretation of Statistical Data (3 credits)
ESS 799 Research: Master's Thesis (6 credits)
Non-Thesis Option (6 credits)
EFN 730 Introduction to Research (3 credits)
EFN 735 Interpretation of Statistical Data (3 credits)
Category B -Core Requirements (18 credits)
ESS 748 Human Performance Practicum (3 credits)
ESS 747 Advanced Principles in Athletic Enhancement (3 credits)
ESS 750 Mechanics & Analysis of Movement (3 credits)
ESS 768 Psychomotor Bases of Skilled Performance (3 credits)
ESS 769 Application of Muscle Physiology to Strength/Power Training (3 credits)
ESS 770 Physiology of Activity (3 credits)
ESS 789 Internship: Human Performance (3 credits)
Category C –Electives (other courses may be selected with consent of program director)
Thesis Option (2 credits minimum)
Non-Thesis Option (8 credits minimum)
ESS 545 Planning Facilities in Physical Therapy Activity and Sport (3 credits)
ESS 560 Clinical Forum – Appropriate Topics (2-3 credits, 6 max.)
ESS 702 Sport Administration (2 credits)
ESS 738 Financial Management for Sport Program (3 credits)
ESS 739 Current Issues in Sport Law (3 credits)
ESS 749 Psychological Aspects of Sport (3 credits)
ESS 754 Sport Marketing (3 credits)
ESS 760 Problems in Athletics (3 credits)
ESS 766 Sports in American Culture (3 credits)
ESS 795 Independent Study (1-3 credits, 6 max.)
RESEARCH EMPHASIS (Thesis only)
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY - This emphasis is currently not available.
RESEARCH EMPHASIS (Thesis only)
BIOMECHANICS - This emphasis currently is not available.
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