Program Overview
Exercise Physiology - M.S.
Overview
Become a leader in exercise physiology with Kent State's master's degree. Our rigorous program is designed to prepare you for a successful career in academia or research. With access to cutting-edge facilities and expert faculty, you'll gain the knowledge and experience needed to make an impact in the field.
About This Program
The Master of Science degree in Exercise Physiology prepares graduates for a wide variety of career options, including exercise prescription and research, as well as future doctoral study. Representative faculty research includes the areas of body composition, metabolism
utritional requirements, environment, clinical exercise physiology, and the physiology of aging as it is influenced by physical activity and fitness.
Contact Information
- Jake Barkley |
Program Delivery
- Delivery: In person
- Location: Kent Campus
Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries
- Biological science teachers, postsecondary
- 9.3% much faster than the average
- 64,700 number of jobs
- $85,600 potential earnings
- Medical scientists, except epidemiologists
- 6.1% faster than the average
- 138,300 number of jobs
- $91,510 potential earnings
- Additional Careers
- Strength and Conditioning Coach
Accreditation
National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Education Recognition Program
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in exercise science, or equivalent preparation, from an accredited college or university
- Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
- Official transcript(s)
- Goal statement
- Two letters of recommendation
- English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:
- Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
- Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
- Minimum 58 PTE score
- Minimum 110 DET score
Degree applicants are expected to have substantial preparation in the sciences, usually including coursework in biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, anatomy, kinesiology, and exercise physiology.
Application Deadlines
- Fall Semester
- Rolling admissions
- Spring Semester
- Rolling admissions
- Summer Term
- Rolling admissions
Program Requirements
Major Requirements
- Course List Code | Title | Credit Hours
- ATTR 53018 | ETHICAL LEADERSHIP FOR HEALTH CARE | 3
- EXPH 63050 | RESEARCH PROCESS IN ATHLETIC TRAINING AND EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY | 3
- EXPH 63051 | QUANTITATIVE AND RESEARCH METHODS IN ATHLETIC TRAINING AND EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY | 3
- EXPH 63091 | RESEARCH SEMINAR | 1
- EXPH 65081 | ENERGY METABOLISM AND BODY COMPOSITION | 3
- EXPH 65084 | CARDIOVASCULAR-RESPIRATORY DYNAMICS DURING EXERCISE | 3
- Major Electives, choose from the following: | 9
- BSCI 50020 | BIOLOGY OF AGING |
- BSCI 50431 | NEUROENDOCRINOLOGY |
- EXPH 50612 | EXERCISE LEADERSHIP FOR THE OLDER ADULT |
- EXPH 55065 | EXERCISE TESTING |
- EXPH 55070 | ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHY FOR THE EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST |
- EXPH 55081 | ADVANCED PHYSIOLOGY OF EXERCISE |
- EXPH 60610 | PHYSIOLOGY OF AGING: IMPLICATIONS FOR HUMAN BEHAVIOR |
- EXPH 63098 | RESEARCH |
- EXPH 65080 | PHYSIOLOGICAL BASIS OF EXERCISE AND SPORT |
- EXPH 65086 | NEUROBIOLOGY OF MOVEMENT AND EXERCISE |
- NUTR 63518 | ADVANCED SPORTS NUTRITION |
- Additional electives chosen in consultation with advisor
- Culminating Requirement
- Choose from the following: | 6
- EXPH 63098 & EXPH 65192 | RESEARCH and INTERNSHIP IN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY |
- EXPH 63199 | THESIS I |
- EXPH 65192 | INTERNSHIP IN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY |
- Choose from the following: | 6
- Minimum Total Credit Hours: | 31
Graduation Requirements
- Graduation Requirements Summary
- Minimum Major GPA | Minimum Overall GPA
- | 3.000
- Minimum Major GPA | Minimum Overall GPA
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Describe physiological responses to exercise for a variety of populations and conditions related to human performance.
- Apply the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to assess, motivate, and prescribe exercise or strength and conditioning as appropriate for an exercise physiologist.
- Utilize statistical methods to analyze and interpret data applicable to the exercise physiology field.
Professional Licensure Disclosure
This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at Kent State's website for professional licensure disclosure.