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

Required Foundation Courses
SPRT:604Current Issues in Sport and Physical Education3
or EDFN:624 Seminar in Educational Psychology
EDFN:640Using Research to Inform Practice3
Required Courses
PHED:562Legal Aspects of Physical Acitivity2
SPRT:553Principles of Coaching3
SPRT:601Sports Administration & Supervision3
SPRT:602Motor Behavior Applied to Sports3
SPRT:603Tactics & Strategies in the Science of Coaching3
SPRT:609Motivational Aspects of Physical Activity3
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 Hours33-37