Kinesiology, MS
for the degree of Master of Science in Kinesiology
Department Head: Kim Graber
Director of Graduate Studies: Steven Petruzzello
Graduate Office: Julie Jenkins
Graduate Office Address: 906 South Goodwin Ave, 112 Freer Hall MC-052, Urbana, IL 61801
Graduate Phone: (217) 333-1083
Graduate Email: jjenkns@illinois.edu
Department Website: https://ahs.illinois.edu/kinesiology
Program Website: https://ahs.illinois.edu/master-of-science-kinesiology
Graduate Degree Programs
Kinesiology, MS
Kinesiology, PhD
Joint Degree Program: Kinesiology, PhD and Master of Public Health, MPH
Admissions
Students may apply to either the M.S. or the PhD program. Applications are due on January 15 for Fall admissions. Applications are due on October 1 for Spring admissions.
Admissions to the M.S. degree program requires a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution of higher education, a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (A = 4.0) for the last two years of undergraduate study and any graduate work completed, Graduate Record Examination (GRE) test scores, a statement of interest, and three letters of recommendation.
- International and some domestic students may be required to show proof of English Proficiency.
- Students for whom English is not their native language and who wish to be considered for a teaching assistantship must achieve a score on the speaking sub-section of 24 (TOEFL - IBT) or 8 (IELTS).
Major areas of specialization at both the master's and doctoral degree levels include:
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Cultural, Interpretive and Science Studies
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Exercise Physiology
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Exercise Psychology
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Motor Control / Biomechanics
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Pedagogy & Physical Activity
for the degree of Master of Science in Kinesiology
It is possible for a full-time student to complete this degree program in one academic year plus one summer session.
Thesis Option
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| KIN 501 | Kinesiology Research Methods (or equivalent) | 4 |
| KIN 591 | Seminar | 4 |
| Major area of study | 8 | |
| Secondary area within the dept. | 4 | |
| Research/Project Hours (min/max applied toward degree): | 0-8 | |
| KIN 599 | Thesis Research (min/max applied toward degree) | 8 |
| Total Hours | 32 | |
Other Requirements1
| Other requirements may overlap | |
| Minimum Hours Overall Required Within the Unit: | 20 (not including 599) |
| Minimum 500-level Hours Required Overall: | 12 |
| Minimum GPA: | 3.0 |
| 1 | For additional details and requirements refer to the department's graduate programs and the Graduate College Handbook. |
Non-Thesis Option
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| KIN 501 | Kinesiology Research Methods (or equivalent) | 4 |
| KIN 591 | Seminar | 4 |
| Major area of study | 8 | |
| Secondary area within the dept. | 4 | |
| Research/Project Hours (min/max applied toward degree): | 4-8 | |
| Total Hours | 32 | |
Other Requirements1
| Other requirements may overlap | |
| Minimum Hours Overall Required Within the Unit: | 20 (not including 599) |
| Minimum 500-level Hours Required Overall: | 12 |
| Minimum GPA: | 3.0 |
| 1 | For additional details and requirements refer to the department's graduate programs and the Graduate College Handbook. |