Kinesiology - Louisiana Tech University

Kinesiology from Louisiana Tech University is a Campus Master Sport degree that prepares you for a Education career. The candidate seeking a Master of Science degree in Kinesiology will be required to earn 36 semester hours, which may include 6 semester hours for a thesis. The program in Kinesiology offers opportunities for various career interests with concentration areas in adapted physical education, exercise science, and sports performance. Sports Performance Concentration: The Sports Performance concentration is designed for individuals whose primary interest lies in improving sports performance from biomechanical, physiological, and psychological perspective. This concentration would be most appropriate for students who have a desire to work in athletic training, strength & conditioning, coaching, or other sports performance related fields. This concentration has a 9 hour core, a 15-hour cognate core, 3-6 hours of research and 6-9 hours of approved electives for a total of 36 required hours. Exercise Science Concentration: The Exercise Science concentration is designed for individuals whose primary interest lies in exercise and human performance. The candidate desiring to enter this emphasis area should have successfully completed a related undergraduate degree program (i.e. Kinesiology). The program allows students the opportunity to concentrate in areas of study related to exercise science and human performance, leading to careers in fitness/wellness, allied health, or continued education for the doctorate. This concentration has a 9-hour departmental core, 15-hour cognate core, with 3-6 hours in research and 6-9 hours of approved electives for a total of 36 hours. Adapted Physical Education: The adapted physical education concentration is provided for individuals interested in teaching adapted physical education in a school setting. The candidate desiring to enter this emphasis must hold a valid teacher???s certificate in Physical Education. This concentration requires 9 hours of departmental core, 15 hours of cognate core, 3-6 hours of research, 3 hours of professional education, and 3-6 hours of approved electives. View more details on Louisiana Tech University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Sport courses.