Sport and Exercise Science Ph.D.

Exercise Science Emphasis

Students pursuing the Exercise Science emphasis select one concentration area: 1) biomechanics, 2) exercise physiology, or 3) social psychology of sport and physical activity.

For degree and program requirements, see:

Sport and Exercise Science Ph.D. — Exercise Science Emphasis  

Sport Administration Emphasis

This 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 course work 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 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.

Admission. Applicants to the Ph.D. emphases must submit all application materials required by the Graduate School (graduate application, application fee, transcripts from all colleges or universities attended, and GRE scores). In addition, a resume, and a written statement of career goals and research interests should be submitted to the School of Sport and Exercise Science. The faculty prefers that students begin the program in the fall, and applicants are encouraged to visit the campus to meet with program area faculty. Questions about specific program areas and application deadlines will be directed to the appropriate faculty.

For degree and program requirements, see:

Sport and Exercise Science Ph.D. — Sport Pedagogy Emphasis