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 |
| KHS 7030 | Professional Ethics and Program Management in Kinesiology | 3 |
| KHS 7900 | Seminar 1 - Drafting the Dissertation Introduction | 1 |
| KHS 7901 | Seminar 2 - Drafting the Dissertation Literature Review | 1 |
| KHS 7902 | Seminar 3 - Drafting the Dissertation Methodology | 1 |
| KHS 7903 | Seminar 4 - Finalizing the Written Dissertation Prospectus | 1 |
| Research Methods and Statistics (12 Credit Hours) | ||
| KHS 7800 | Action Research in Kinesiology | 3 |
| KHS 7810 | Applied Measurement and Evaluation Techniques in Kinesiology | 3 |
| KHS 7820 | Research Methods in Kinesiology | 3 |
| KHS 7830 | Advanced Research Seminar in Kinesiology | 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) | ||
| KHS 7950 | Dissertation | 12 |
| Total Credits | 61 | |
All students must complete 12 credits of the dissertation to complete their program of study. Students who do not finish the dissertation requirements within the 12 dissertation credits will be registered for a dissertation continuation credit each semester and continuation fees.