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Exercise Physiology

PhD Study

 

 

The Department of EXSS offers a cooperative Ph.D. program for selected students in conjunction with the Department of Nutrition. Candidates for admissions must meet the requirements of both the Departments of EXSS and Nutrition. A minor in Exercise Physiology is also available for students pursuing graduate studies in other departments on campus.

Ph.D. in Human Movement Science with a specialization in Exercise Physiology research.  Written statement required; write or call department for application procedures (Dr. Robert McMurray or Dr. Anthony Hackney).  Accepts new students for fall semester only.  GRE General Test Required.  Master's degree required in a related field.  Application deadline is January 1.

The Department offers coursework leading to a Ph.D. degree within the Curriculum of Human Movement Science which is administered by the Department of Allied Health Sciences.  This curriculum has four areas of concentration: behavior studies (motor learning, motor development, and psychological factors), biomechanics, physiology, and neuromuscular control.  Application is made directly to the Curriculum in Human Movement Science.  Potential applicants must choose a specific area of study.  The Department also offers a cooperative Ph.D. program in conjunction with the Department of Nutrition.  A minor in Exercise Physiology is also available for students pursuing degrees in other departments on campus.

 

 

 

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