Sport and Exercise Science
Location: Gunter 2590
Telephone: 970.351.2535
Fax: 970.351.1762
Faculty: Robert J. Brustad, Ph.D.; Shannon M. Courtney, M.A.; Brian D. Dauenhauer, M.Ed.; Scott Douglas, Ph.D.; Dianna P. Gray, Ph.D.; J. Reid Hayward, Ph.D.; Gary D. Heise, Ph.D.; David S. Hydock, Ph.D.; Jennifer M. Krause, Ph.D.; Jani Malkiewicz, M.A.; Linda A. Sharp, B.A., J.D.; Jeremy D. Smith, Ph.D.; Mark A. Smith, Ph.D.; Megan Babkes Stellino, Ed.D.; David K. Stotlar, Ed.D.; James V. Turk, M.S.
Emeritus Faculty: Mary A. Behling, Ph.D.; Robert Blasi, M.A.; Cynthia Carlisle, Ed.D.; Carolyn A. Cody, Ph.D.; Carolyn Ann Dennehy, Ph.D.; Margaret E. Everett, M.A.; Jean A. Hedberg, M.A.; William C. Heiss, Jr., M.A.; Nancy Hinrichs, M.A.; Christy A. Howard, M.S.; Virgil Y. Lindahl, M.A.; Theresa M. Malumphy, Ph.D.; Harold L. McKain, Jr., Ph.D.; Robert A. Montgomery, Ed.D.; Melissa A. Parker, Ph.D.; D. Allen Phillips, Ed.D.; Tim B. Ramsey, M.A.; Bobby H. Rollins, M.A.; George H. Sage, Ed.D.; Doris C. Steffy, M.A.; Jim Stiehl, Ph.D.; Nancy Van Anne, Ph.D.; Thurman Wright, D.P.E.
The School of Sport and Exercise Science has a long and distinguished history of preparing individuals to assume leadership roles in sport and physical activity settings, and subscribes to the philosophy that physical activity and sport contribute to the overall quality of life. To this end, the School offers a variety of majors that provide students with the necessary coursework and experience to serve as a foundation for careers in the professions of physical education, exercise science, sport psychology, and sport management. Specific graduate programs include:
Graduate programs:
Graduate programs in sport and exercise science provide an opportunity to go into greater depth in the study of human movement, pedagogy, and sport administration. Both theory and professional applications are emphasized. The doctoral program seeks to develop critical thinkers with the conceptual and
methodological tools for conducting meaningful research, and prepares individuals to teach courses at the college level and assume leadership positions in their respective disciplines.
Many research opportunities are available in the laboratories used by the School of Sport and Exercise Science.
Facilities are available for the study and analysis of teaching physical education. The teaching research laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art interactive video and computer equipment that is available for student and faculty use. This laboratory is the focal point for the analysis of teaching physical education.
Biomechanical facilities include a motion analysis system for three-dimensional data acquisition using video cameras and computerized data reduction to determine the mechanical parameters of total body motion. There is a computerized system for acquiring electronic data through the use of a force platform.
Research in social psychology of sport and physical activity is primarily conducted with individuals in natural or “field” settings.
The Sport Marketing Research Institute conducts marketing and other industry research for Colorado and western region sport organizations.
Housed within the Ben Nighthorse Campbell Health and Human Sciences Center is the Rocky Mountain Cancer Rehabilitation Institute, one of the first programs of its kind in the United States.
In addition, laboratory equipment is also available for motor learning and motor control research.
Sport and Exercise Science M.S.
Applicants to the master’s programs and graduate licensure program must apply to the University of Northern Colorado Graduate School before the program area reviews the applicant’s request for admission. To apply, submit the following materials in a single packet along with the application fee. Failure to submit all required materials will delay the evaluation and screening of your application.
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A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
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Current Resume
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Written Statement of Career Goals applicable to the selected emphasis area
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$50 non-refundable application fee; International Students: $60 non-refundable application fee
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One copy of official transcripts from all accredited colleges or universities attended since completing high school. UNC Alumni need not submit transcripts.
Exercise Science Emphasis
The Master of Science in Sport and Exercise Science: Exercise Science is the integrated study of human movement, encompassing the physiological, mechanical, and behavioral of physical activity. Concentration areas within this discipline include biomechanics, exercise physiology, and social psychology of sport and physical activity. This degree program includes a broad base of content knowledge and provides opportunities for students to become involved in laboratory, clinical, and basic science research. Students in this program can choose between a Thesis Option or a Professional Research Project Option.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Sport and Exercise Science M.S. — Exercise Science Emphasis
Sport Administration Emphasis
The Master of Science in Sport and Exercise Science: Sport Administration Emphasis, curriculum follows the guidelines set for the preparation of students in sport management by the National Association for Sport and Physical Education and the North American Society for Sport Management. Students are prepared to assume positions in the management of sport in collegiate athletic programs and professional, Olympic and commercial sport business. The M.S. program requires a minimum of 30 hours.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Sport and Exercise Science M.S. — Sport Administration Emphasis
Sport Pedagogy Emphasis
The Master of Science in Sport and Exercise Science: Sport Pedagogy Emphasis is designed for individuals who plan to provide leadership in school-related physical education and physical activity settings. Students in this program examine curriculum and instruction that successful teachers employ to inspire today’s youth to enjoy the benefits of an active and healthy lifestyle. Your graduate-level course work is informed by the highest standards, including those of the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE).
For degree and program requirements, see:
Sport and Exercise Science M.S. — Sport Pedagogy Emphasis
Sports Coaching M.A.
This online Sports Coaching Master of Arts (M.A.) degree is designed to enhance coaching knowledge and expertise, and to advance existing coaching practices through evaluation and application of current research. One of very few online graduate coaching degrees in the country, this innovative program combines academic knowledge with applied practice and the latest technology. The online sports coaching master's degree starts each Fall term.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Sports Coaching M.A.
Physical Education M.A.T.
The Master of Arts in Teaching degree is designed for those students wishing to further their teaching expertise through the application of theory to practice. This degree provides in-service teachers with the skills, knowledge, and dispositions to enhance their professional development toward accomplished practice.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Physical Education M.A.T.
Sport and Exercise Science Post Baccalaureate Licensure Program
The Post Baccalaureate licensure program allows students with an undergraduate major in sport and exercise science or related areas to obtain teacher licensure.
Sport and Exercise Science Ph.D.
Admission Criteria:
Applicants must apply to the University of Northern Colorado Graduate School before the program area reviews the applicant’s request for admission. To apply, submit the following materials in a single packet along with the application fee. Failure to submit all required materials will delay the evaluation and screening of your application.
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A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
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Current Resume
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Written Statement of Career Goals applicable to the selected emphasis area
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$50 non-refundable application fee; International Students: $60 non-refundable application fee
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Official copies of GRE scores (less than 5 years old) for doctoral applicants
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One copy of official transcripts from all accredited colleges or universities attended since completing high school. UNC Alumni need not submit transcripts.
Exercise Science Emphasis
Students pursuing the Exercise Science emphasis select one concentration area:
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Biomechanics
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Exercise physiology
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Social psychology of sport and physical activity
In the Doctor of Science in Sport and Exercise Science, students pursuing the Exercise Science emphasis select a concentration area in biomechanics, exercise physiology, or social psychology of sport and physical activity. Along with exercise science courses, doctoral students in the biomechanics concentration area pursue independent research projects associated with their interests and specialized coursework which exposes them to research tools and procedures in the laboratory. Experience in the classroom as a university-level instructor is also required of doctoral students because of the teacher-scholar emphasis at UNC.
Doctoral students in the exercise physiology concentration area will not only complete coursework in physiology, biochemistry, statistics, and research design, but they will also gain valuable classroom teaching experience, and be intimately involved with the basic science and clinical research conducted by exercise physiology faculty.
Students in social psychology of sport and physical activity will complete coursework in the social and psychological disciplines as they relate to contemporary professional and amateur sport as well as on social and psychological aspects of child development in sports and physical activity. Students will also conduct research in the area of children's physical activity behavior and social influences upon sport and exercise motivation.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Sport and Exercise Science Ph.D. — Exercise Science Emphasis
Sport Administration Emphasis
The Doctor of Science in Sport and Exercise Science: Sport Administration emphasis curriculum follows the guidelines set for the preparation of students in Sport Management by the National Association for Sport and Physical Education and the North American Society for Sport Management. The program is designed primarily to prepare students for academic positions in higher education. Some students may choose to apply their doctoral coursework in careers in the management of sport in collegiate athletic programs, professional, Olympic, or commercial sport business.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Sport and Exercise Science Ph.D. — Sport Administration Emphasis
Sport Pedagogy Emphasis
The Doctor of Science in Sport and Exercise Science with a Sport Pedagogy emphasis prepares students for academic positions in comprehensive universities, particularly as teacher educators. Students are afforded the coursework, research, and practical experiences necessary for providing leadership on teacher education and conducting educational research. Students will have the opportunity to gain practical experience in pedagogy. They will also have opportunities to participate in ongoing research efforts within the School of Sport and Exercise Science (SES). SES has a well-equipped research laboratory for the study of teaching and various forms of graduate experiences are available in this area.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Sport and Exercise Science Ph.D. — Sport Pedagogy Emphasis