University General Course Catalog 2024-2025 
    
    Oct 05, 2024  
University General Course Catalog 2024-2025

Kinesiology, M.S.


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The School of Public Health offers this generalist masters in Kinesiology.  Students may choose an emphasis in: athletic training, biomechanics, exercise physiology, or physical activity. 

Program Learning Outcomes


Students will be able to:

  • demonstrate an advanced level of competency in the specific topic area of the program of study.
  • organize and write summary and background sections of a research proposal through extensive readings of the primary literature, instruction, discussion, and analysis.
  • complete an advanced, independent research project on a chosen topic within the topic area of study. 

Contact Information


Nicholas Murray, Graduate Program Director
School of Public Health
MS 0274
(775) 682-8347
nicholasmurray@unr.edu

https://www.unr.edu/public-health/academics/ms-kinesiology

Admission Requirements


Entrance requirements are:

  • 3.0 cumulative GPA,
  • statement of purpose, and
  • current curriculum. 

The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is recommended and is not required for applicants who have already obtained a Ph.D., M.D., D.D.S., Dr.P.H., or master’s degree from institutions approved by the School of Public Health or the UNR Graduate School. Students who have a current (<5 years) GMAT or MCAT may submit their scores as well. In addition, an undergraduate course in biostatitics or statistics is required.

I. Program Requirements


Total Units Required 30-33


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