Physical Education, Sport Science/Coaching, MS
Sport Science/Coaching Option
This sport science program option has been designed to meet the needs of individuals interested in advanced training to prepare for a career in the sport industry. Students are prepared to pursue career opportunities in high school, college and recreational sport, coaching and instruction. Additionally, students pursue opportunities related to a career in high school, college or professional sport administration or continue a career in teaching and coaching at the secondary level.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the graduate application and official transcripts applicants must submit a statement of purpose and three letters of recommendation. Applications to the master’s program in Sport Science/Coaching must be completed and submitted at least six weeks (domestic) or six months (international) before the beginning of the term for which admission is sought in order to allow for adequate processing time.
Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Foundation Courses | ||
| SPRT 604 | Current Issues in Sport and Physical Education | 3 |
| or EDFN 624 | Seminar in Educational Psychology | |
| EDFN 640 | Using Research to Inform Practice | 3 |
| Required Courses | ||
| PHED 562 | Legal Aspects of Physical Acitivity | 2 |
| SPRT 553 | Principles of Coaching | 3 |
| SPRT 601 | Sports Administration & Supervision | 3 |
| SPRT 602 | Motor Behavior Applied to Sports | 3 |
| SPRT 603 | Tactics & Strategies in the Science of Coaching | 3 |
| SPRT 609 | Motivational Aspects of Physical Activity | 3 |
| Area of Concentration | ||
| Choose One Area of Concentration in Sport Administration or Coaching: | 10-12 | |
| Sport Administration | ||
| Sport Planning/Promotion | ||
| Sports Leadership | ||
| Business of Sport | ||
Select one of the following: | ||
| Field Experience: Masters | ||
| Masters Problem | ||
| Masters Thesis | ||
| Coaching | ||
| Injury Management for Teachers & Coaches | ||
| Nutrition for Teachers and Coaches | ||
| Physiology of Muscular Activity & Exercise | ||
Select one of the following: | ||
| Field Experience: Masters | ||
| Masters Problem | ||
| Masters Thesis | ||
| Electives | ||
| Select zero to two credits of the following: | 0-2 | |
| The following courses are relevant to this degree. The student may select additional courses and/or workshops related to the graduate program. | ||
| Workshop: Physical Education | ||
| Special Topics in Health & Physical Education | ||
| Total Hours | 33-37 | |