Movement Sciences & Health, M.S.
| Degree: | Master of Science (M.S.) |
| Major: | Movement Sciences & Health |
| Specializations: | Exercise Science Physical Education and Sports Performance |
| Department: | Movement Sciences & Health Building 72, Room 241 850.474.2592 http://uwf.edu/msh |
| College: | Usha Kundu, MD College of Health |
| CIP Code: | 31.0501 |
| Semester Hours Required For Degree: 36-39 | |
Movement Sciences & Health
The M.S. in Movement Sciences & Health offers specializations in Exercise Science (39 sh) and Physical Education and Sports Performance (36 sh). The Exercise Science specialization emphasizes in-depth study of the human body's response to exercise and physical activity and performance across the lifespan. The Physical Education and Sports Performance specialization emphasizes applied study of physical activity promotion and sports performance in both the K-12 and community settings.
Exercise Science Specialization
Admission Requirements
In addition to the University graduate admission requirements described in the Admissions section of the catalog, the department bases decisions for regular admission on a holistic review of credentials in which the following criteria are used to assess the potential success of each applicant:
- Undergraduate Institutional GPA
- Undergraduate Senior Year/Major GPA
- Academic Preparation as demonstrated by undergraduate degree major
- Submission of letter of intent describing reasons for applying to this program and associated career goals
- Submission of a list of three references that includes names, title, and contact information
- Work Experience as reflected in a résumé
Degree Requirements
In addition to general University requirements, students seeking the Exercise Science M.S. in Health, Leisure, and Exercise Science must meet the requirements listed below.
Exercise Science Core
| HLP 6535 | Research Procedures | 3 |
| HLP 6595 | Research Seminar | 3 |
| APK 5702 | Statistics in Exercise Science | 3 |
| APK 5116C | Applied Physiology in Muscular Development | 3 |
| APK 5204 | Applied Motor Learning/Control in Exercise Science | 3 |
| APK 5601 | Preventative Health in the Aging Population | 3 |
| APK 6172C | Cardiac Electrophysiology | 3 |
| APK 6111C | Advanced Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| APK 6127C | Clinical Exercise Testing and Interpretation | 3 |
| APK 6167C | Advanced Human Nutrition and Metabolism | 3 |
| APK 6226 | Analysis of Human Movement | 3 |
| Total Hours | 33 | |
Thesis or Internship Track
Students will choose one of the following tracks.
Thesis Track
| APK 6970 | Research for Master's Thesis | 3-6 |
| Total Hours: | 6 | |
Internship Track
| APK 6940 | Internship in Exercise Science | 3-6 |
| Total Hours: | 6 | |
Physical Education and Sports Performance Specialization
The Physical Education and Sports Performance Master's degree specialization is an advanced educational program designed to prepare one to lead individuals in areas of physical education, physical activity, coaching, fitness, wellness, and health. Each of these areas requires leaders who can successfully and effectively plan, motivate, communicate, explain, connect, demonstrate, and reflect. These professional behaviors are all developed through subject-specific pedagogy.
Course instructors allow students to learn pedagogy through individualized instruction. In other words, one will be allowed to shape course requirements and assignments around their interest or profession. Those who are interested in enhancing their teaching skill will find that their coursework will revolve around curriculum, units, and lessons. Current or future coaches will align their coursework to season goals, sport-specific skills, and practices. Fitness, training, and health professionals will address prescription, instruction, and assessment. The two-year online program culminates with a project in lieu of thesis which conceptually makes a significant contribution to a PESP field.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the University graduate admission requirements described in the Admissions section of the catalog, the department bases decisions for regular admission on a holistic review of credentials in which the following criteria are used to assess the potential success of each applicant:
- Undergraduate Institutional GPA
- Undergraduate Senior Year/Major GPA
- Academic Preparation as demonstrated by undergraduate degree major
- Submission of letter of intent describing reasons for applying to this program and associated career goals
- Submission of three references
Degree Requirements
In addition to general University requirements, students seeking the Physical Education and Sports Performance M.S. in Movement Sciences and Health must meet the requirements listed below.
Physical Education (36 sh)
| HLP 6535 | Research Procedures | 3 |
| PET 5701 | Systematic Observation in Sport and Physical Activity | 3 |
| PET 5702 | Advanced Management of Physical Activity Programs | 3 |
| PET 5708 | Physical Activity Program Development | 3 |
| PET 5709 | Leadership in Physical Activity and Sport | 3 |
| PET 5805 | Analysis and Supervision in Sport and Physical Activity | 3 |
| PET 6015 | Professional Issues in Physical Activity Disciplines | 3 |
| PET 6706 | Analysis of Research in Physical Activity Disciplines | 3 |
| PET 6707 | Advanced Research Procedures | 3 |
| PET 6223 | Teaching and Motivation for Physical Activity Leaders | 3 |
| Choose one of the following: | 6 | |
| Thesis | ||
| Project in Lieu of Thesis | ||
| Total Hours | 36 | |