College of Kinesiology

Kinesiology (PhD) with an Emphasis in Exercise Science

The Doctorate (PhD) in Kinesiology features a research-centered program designed to prepare students for expertise in the study of human movement and physical activity. The program emphasizes relevant techniques for contributing to knowledge and applying advanced exercise and sport science-related principles in a variety of contexts.

Kinesiology Core (10 Credit Hours)
KHS 7900Seminar 1 - Drafting the Dissertation Introduction1
KHS 7901Seminar 2 - Drafting the Dissertation Literature Review1
KHS 7902Seminar 3 - Drafting the Dissertation Methodology1
KHS 7903Seminar 4 - Finalizing the Written Dissertation Prospectus1
KHS 7000Current Issues and Trends in Kinesiology3
KHS 7030Professional Ethics and Program Management in Kinesiology3
Research Methods and Statistics (18 Credit Hours)
KHS 7820Research Methods in Kinesiology3
KHS 7830Advanced Research Seminar in Kinesiology3
KHS 7550Qualitative Research in Kinesiology3
KHS 7600Quantitative Research in Kinesiology3
KHS 7650Mixed Methods Research in Kinesiology3
KHS 7700Advanced Topics in Statistics (Experimental Design)3
Exercise Science Concentration (27 Credit Hours)
KHS 7010Medical Aspects of Exercise and Disease Prevention3
KHS 7020Exercise and Health Behavior Change3
KHS 7100Cardiovascular Responses to Exercise3
KHS 7120Advanced Exercise & Sports Nutrition3
KHS 7130Advanced Exercise and Sport Psychology3
KHS 7200Advanced Biomechanics in Exercise Science3
KHS 7210Advanced Exercise Physiology3
KHS 7220Advanced Mechanisms of Skilled Neuromuscular Behavior3
KHS 7230Advanced Exercise Prescription3
Dissertation (12 Credit Hours)
KHS 8000Dissertation12
Total Credits67

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.