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Exercise Physiology (M.S.)

Master of Science in Kinesiology, emphasis in:

Exercise Physiology

The Exercise Physiology program prepares students for teaching and research careers in exercise physiology. KNSM offers a M.S. in Kinesiology, with an emphasis in Exercise Physiology, and a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology.

Several exercise physiology laboratories provide students with state-of-the-art instructional facilities in which it study and learn. The laboratories use technologies that allow online collection and processing of data, sophisticated control of in vivo and in vitro animal preparations and the opportunity to analyze a wide range of physiological parameters. In addition, to work conducted in the laboratories, supplemental experiences are available in:

  • Medicine
  • Veterinary medicine
  • Biology
  • Biochemistry
  • Bioengineering
  • Animal science

Students also have the opportunity to work with the graduate training program in Space Life Sciences.

Master's On-Campus Master's Thesis: 36 hours (minimum) Master's Non-Thesis: 36 hours (minimum) Doctoral: 64 hours (beyond Master's)

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Curriculum

The M.S. in Kinesiology, with an emphasis in Exercise Physiology, provides advanced training in the physiological responses to acute exercise and the adaptations that occur with training. Students select either a non-thesis or thesis option.

  • The non-thesis option does not require a research project and is more oriented to formal coursework. There is considerable flexibility in designing the degree plan to fit the student’s particular needs and expectations.
  • The non-thesis option requires completion of at least 38 semester credit hours of coursework.

Curriculum

Admissions

Master's Admissions
  • Application deadlines
    • Fall: January 15

Tuition & Fees

For a better understanding of your total cost of attendance (COA), please visit our cost and tuition rates webpage (https://aggie.tamu.edu/billing-and-payments/cost-and-tuition-rates). This webpage will provide you with an opportunity to review estimated COA information for undergraduate, graduate and professional students, as well as other resources such as the tuition calculator and billing and fee explanations.
Tuition calculator
For the tuition calculator: You will choose “Graduate” at the top in the maroon and select “Education and Human Development” in the College or School drop-down menu. A full-time graduate student takes 9 hours.

Program advisors

For more information, please email: knsm-grad@tamu.edu

Faculty

Kinesiology faculty prepare students as leaders and innovators in careers in the public education forum and exercise science.
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Frequently Asked Questions

I have further questions. Who can I contact?

The Graduate Advising Office is located on the third floor of the Gilchrist Building. Our office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

You can email us general questions at knsm-grad@tamu.edu.

Do you accept out-of-state applicants?

Yes, we accept in-state and out-of-state applicants.

Is there an opportunity for financial assistance?

Yes, there are opportunities for financial assistance through the following offices: Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid