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The Master of Science in Exercise Science offers a thesis and non-thesis option. Both options require 36 hours for graduation and have six required core classes:
Required Core Courses:
EXSS 6310: Motor Learning
EXSS 6315: Research Methods in Exercise and Sport Science
EXSS 6316: Data Analysis
EXSS 6333: Evaluation of Cardiorespiratory Adaptation
EXSS 6336: Analysis of Human Movement
EXSS 6337: Evaluation of Neuromuscular Adaptation
Electives:
EXSS 5V71: Special Topics in Exercise and Sport Science
EXSS 5331: Care and Prevention of Exercise and Sports Injuries
EXSS 5332: Critical Analysis of Research
EXSS 5350: Obesity Prevention and Management
EXSS 5352: Exercise Prescription for Special Populations
EXSS 5376: Advanced Strength and Conditioning
EXSS 6300: Independent Study in Exercise and Sport Science
EXSS 6320: Organization and Development of School and Community Recreation Programs
EXSS 6330: Foundations of Exercise and Sport Science
EXSS 6334: Contemporary Coaching Problems
EXSS 6360: Measurement in Exercise and Sport Science
EXSS 6370: Athletic Administration
Plan of Study – Thesis Option (based on 9 credit hours/semester and fall enrollment)
First Fall SemesterFirst Spring SemesterEXSS 6315 Research MethodsEXSS 6316 Data AnalysisEXSS 6333 or EXSS 6336EXSS 6310 or EXSS 6337ElectiveElective
Second Fall SemesterSecond Spring SemesterEXSS 6333 or EXSS 6336EXSS 6310 or EXSS 63376v01 ThesisThesisElectiveElective
Plan of Study – Non-Thesis Option* (based on 9 credit hours per semester and fall enrollment)
First Fall SemesterFirst Spring SemesterEXSS 6315 Research MethodsEXSS 6316 Data AnalysisEXSS 6333 or EXSS 6336EXSS 6310 or EXSS 6337ElectiveElective
Second Fall SemesterSecond Spring SemesterEXSS 6333 or EXSS 6336EXSS 6310 or EXSS 6337ElectiveElectiveElectiveElective
*In addition to the 36 credit hours, the non-thesis option requires the successful completion of a comprehensive exam during their last semester of coursework.