Kinesiology, MS

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The Master of Science in Kinesiology (MSK) degree is a cutting-edge, post-professional degree program designed to assist practicing health and fitness professionals in the development of comprehensive knowledge of human movement science, functional anatomy, physiology and kinesiology, as well as functional assessment, exercise program design, program adherence and lifestyle change.

Students pursuing the MSK degree will choose one of the four specialty tracks based on his or her unique interests and aptitudes: Sports Conditioning, Exercise and Sports Psychology, Geriatric Exercise Science, or Corrective Exercise & Orthopedic Rehabilitation. A dual track option is available, allowing students to enroll in two of the specialty tracks.

Consisting of a four-day residency in Mesa, AZ, location of ATSU’s Arizona campus, the Human Movement Institute is a unique and valuable opportunity to perform hands-on, cutting-edge work and learn the latest concepts and methodologies from industry experts.

Length of Program

The Master of Science in Kinesiology program consists of 14 courses, or 42 credit hours of study (45 credit hours with a dual track option), including a week-long conference at the Summer Institute.

Curriculum

Courses: Descriptions and Credit Values

A typical course schedule consists of the following. Additional course options may be available and listed below under Other Courses.

Specialized Tracks and Courses

Adapted Sports Track

KINE 6403 - Comprehensive Adaptive Sport and Activity Analysis 3 credit hours
KINE 6400 - Introduction to Paralympic and Adaptive Sport 3 credit hours
KINE 6401 - Establishing and Managing an Adapted Sports Program 3 credit hours
KINE 6402 - Assessment of the Para Athlete 3 credit hours

Corrective Exercise & Orthopedic Rehabilitation Track

KINE 6303 - Corrective Exercise Programming 3 credit hours
KINE 6301 - Functional Assessment of Movement Patterns 3 credit hours
KINE 6300 - Human Movement Dysfunction 3 credit hours
KINE 6302 - Post Rehabilitation Exercise 3 credit hours

Exercise and Sport Psychology Track

KINE 6101 - Applied Sport Psychology 3 credit hours
KINE 6102 - Exercise and Mental Health 3 credit hours
KINE 6103 - Principles of Adherence and Motivation 3 credit hours
KINE 6100 - Psychology, Physical Activity, and Health 3 credit hours

Geriatric Exercise Science Track

KINE 6201 - Exercise Prescription for Older Adults 3 credit hours
KINE 6203 - Motivational Strategies for Physical Activity Among Older Adults 3 credit hours
KINE 6202 - Physical Dimensions of Aging 3 credit hours
KINE 6200 - Psychosocial Dimensions of Aging 3 credit hours

Sports Conditioning Track

KINE 6000 - Measurement of Sports Fitness 3 credit hours
KINE 6002 - Muscular Fitness Development 3 credit hours
KINE 6001 - Speed, Agility, and Quickness 3 credit hours
KINE 6003 - The Science and Practice of Metabolic Conditioning 3 credit hours

Dual Track Option

Students pursuing the dual track option will not take the Advanced Fitness Nutrition, Current Topics in Human Movement Science, or Advanced Exercise Prescription courses. Instead, they will enroll in two of the specialized track series of courses. This will result in a total of 45 credit hours.