College of Kinesiology
Kinesiology (EdD) with an Emphasis in Exercise Science
Concordia University St. Paul’s Online Doctorate (EdD) in Kinesiology features an action-oriented program designed to prepare students for expertise in the study of human movement and physical activity. The program emphasizes relevant techniques for applying advanced exercise and sport science-related principles in a variety of academic and clinical contexts. The dissertation process follows the Carnegie Model for applied research allowing students to engage in industry-relevant projects.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Kinesiology Core (10 Credit Hours) | ||
| KHS 7000 | Current Issues and Trends in Kinesiology | 3 |
| DOC 7000 | Professional Ethics | 3 |
| DOC 7410 | Seminar 1: Drafting the Dissertation Introduction | 1 |
| DOC 7420 | Seminar 2: Drafting the Dissertation Literature Review | 1 |
| DOC 7430 | Seminar 3: Drafting the Dissertation Methodology | 1 |
| DOC 7440 | Seminar 4: Finalizing the Dissertation Proposal Manuscript | 1 |
| Research Methods and Statistics (12 Credit Hours) | ||
| DOC 7100 | Research Methods | 3 |
| DOC 7200 | Quantitative and Qualitative Research | 3 |
| DOC 7300 | Action Research | 3 |
| DOC 7500 | Data Analysis | 3 |
| Exercise Science Concentration (27 Credit Hours) | 27 | |
| Medical Aspects of Exercise and Disease Prevention (3) | ||
| Exercise and Health Behavior Change (3) | ||
| Cardiovascular Responses to Exercise (3) | ||
| Advanced Exercise & Sports Nutrition (3) | ||
| Advanced Exercise and Sport Psychology (3) | ||
| Advanced Biomechanics in Exercise Science (3) | ||
| Advanced Exercise Physiology (3) | ||
| Advanced Mechanisms of Skilled Neuromuscular Behavior (3) | ||
| Advanced Exercise Prescription (3) | ||
| Dissertation (12 Credit Hours) | ||
| DOC 7900 | Dissertation | 12 |
| Total Credits | 61 | |