Exercise Science (MS)

Please see the Program Policy Document for more information.

Requirements for the Degree:

The Master of Science in Exercise Science requires 24 credits of coursework at the 600 or 800 level, and 6 credits of thesis. In special situations, a non-thesis option is available, in which case the student will replace the 6 credits of thesis with an approved Research Project and a combination research credits and coursework. The 24 credits of coursework are specified in the individual planned programs of study, and must include 15 credits of courses within Exercise Science (KAAP prefix). A total of 30 credits is required to complete the degree for the thesis and non-thesis options.

Required Courses:

Six credits of coursework in the individual planned program of study with advisor’s approval. One course in research methods and one statistics course are required.

KAAP 601 - Research Methods Credit(s): 3
KAAP 602 - Data Analysis and Interpretation in Health Sciences Credit(s): 3

Exercise Science Requirements:

Eighteen credits including a minimum of 15 credits of KAAP-prefixed coursework for the individual’s planned program of study.

Thesis Option

Six credits

KAAP 869 - Master’s Thesis Credit(s): 1-6

Non-Thesis Option

Six credits of research or three credits of research and three credits of additional coursework at the 600-level or higher.

KAAP 868 - Research Credit(s): 1-12