Keiser University’s Master of Science in Exercise and Sport Science is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed for a professional career in the many fields associated with the exercise science industry. Providing opportunities to apply course related knowledge in advanced settings of the student’s choice, such as collegiate sports programs, rehabilitation clinics, and entrepreneurial fitness businesses. Guiding students through curricular and co-curricular projects that result in tangible scholarly outcomes and advanced practitioner skill sets. Conducting applied research that allows students a first-hand look at cutting-edge practices in human performance. Supporting student-driven investigations that result in both scientific evidence and real-world solutions. Providing exploratory investigations into lesser-known areas of practice and scholarship that prompt student reflection on what it means to be a leader in the field of Exercise Science.
The following objectives are designed to meet Keiser University’s mission and goals:
To receive a Master of Science in Exercise and Sport Science degree, students must complete 36 graduate semester credit hours (30 credit hours must be completed at Keiser University) as described below. The length of this program is approximately 24 months (96 weeks) (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).
| Exercise and Sport Science Foundation Courses (24.0 credit hours) | |
|---|---|
| Research Methods | 3.0 credit hours |
| Reflective Practice for Health and Fitness Professionals | 3.0 credit hours |
| Applied Neuromechanics | 3.0 credit hours |
| Applied Nutrition | 3.0 credit hours |
| Advanced Programming for Health and Human Performance | 3.0 credit hours |
| Physiology of Health and Fitness | 3.0 credit hours |
| Measurement and Evaluation in Exercise Science | 3.0 credit hours |
| Mixed Method Inquiry | 3.0 credit hours |
| Exercise and Sport Science Elective Courses (Choose Two) (6.0 credit hours) | |
|---|---|
| Psychology of Sports Behavior and Performance | 3.0 credit hours |
| Applied Sport Psychology | 3.0 credit hours |
| Environmental Physiology | 3.0 credit hours |
| Physical Activity and Public Health | 3.0 credit hours |
| Special Projects | 3.0 credit hours |
| Sport Business Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| Sport Marketing & Revenue Generation | 3.0 credit hours |
| Research Courses (Option A) (6.0 credit hours) | |
|---|---|
| Case Study I | 3.0 credit hours |
| Case Study II | 3.0 credit hours |
| Research Courses (Option B) (6.0 credit hours) | |
|---|---|
| Thesis I | 3.0 credit hours |
| Thesis II | 3.0 credit hours |
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