Doctorate of Science in Kinesiology, emphasis in:

Sport Pedagogy

Our Ph.D. in Kinesiology program with an emphasis in Sport Pedagogy prepares students for teaching and research positions in universities as well as leadership positions in state or regional departments of education.

Interdisciplinary collaboration and research across CEHD are viewed as integral components of the pedagogy program. Related experiences include working with undergraduate students in the micro-teaching laboratory, supervising student teachers and planning student teacher experiences. Specific areas of research correspond to those of the pedagogy faculty.

This specialization incorporates the core kinesiology doctorate program requirements as well as providing an emphasis on pedagogy. Each student will complete courses in pedagogy, research design and analysis and a core kinesiology block.

Doctoral On-Campus 70 hours

Curriculum

Admissions

Applications are accepted in a rolling-basis year-round. However, all students who want to be considered for University or KNSM funding (e.g., GAT, GAR) need to apply by the priority deadline. Completed applications are forwarded to the respective division faculty for evaluation. Appropriate academic qualifications are determined by the accepting faculty member and divisional admissions committee.
For more information, please email: knsm-grad@tamu.edu
  • Application deadlines

Research-experience requirement

Prior to scheduling the dissertation proposal meeting, each student will:

  1. Have presented, as sole or first author, at least one presentation at a state, regional, or national conference; and
  2. Will be an author on at least one research paper submitted to a peer-reviewed national or international journal.

In addition, dissertations will not be signed by the department head until the student has submitted as first author a manuscript (or manuscripts) of the study to a national or international refereed journal (or journals).

Minimum-hour requirement

The Ph.D. requires a minimum of 70 hours beyond a master’s or 96 hours beyond a baccalaureate degree.

Depending on the preparation and experience, doctoral students may be required to complete undergraduate or graduate leveling work in addition to the minimum Ph.D. requirements.

Suggested prerequisites or competencies

Refer to the Texas A&M University Undergraduate Catalog for the content of the courses listed below. Competency in the content of the course is required rather than the specific course. KNSM’s Office of Graduate Studies, in consultation with the graduate committee chair or temporary advisor, will be happy to review transcripts of potential graduate students.

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.
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.

Graduate Faculty Committee Members

Prospective students are recommended to contact one of the Graduate Faculty Committee members for approval prior to submitting their application.

Jiling Liu

Clinical Associate Professor, Associate Department Head for Graduate Studies

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Ping Xiang

Professor

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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.

Office: Gibb Gilchrist Building

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 the GRE required?

No, the GRE is not required.

 

Is there an opportunity for financial assistance?

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

Are any scholarship opportunities available?

The Kinesiology and Sport Management Department provides competitive Graduate Assistantship positions ($2000 per month stipend plus benefits and tuition) and grant opportunities. In addition some scholarships are also available.