Sports Science (MS)

Format(s)
On-campus
Degree Type
Master of Science
Duration

Full time: 1 year
(3 terms, including 1 summer term)

Part-time: 1-3 years

Format(s)
On-campus
Degree Type
Master of Science
Duration

Full time: 1 year
(3 terms, including 1 summer term)

Part-time: 1-3 years

Curriculum

The primary areas of focus of the Sports Science program involve education and training in physiology, nutrition, human performance assessment, research and data analytics. The curriculum integrates didactic coursework, research and practical application experiences pertaining to multiple aspects of athletic and human performance. All students will complete a three-term sports science internship experience with a designated sports team or organization and will also have access to the Sports Medicine and Nutrition research facilities and faculty.

Example Plan of Study

Fall Term

  • Sports Science Practicum 1
  • Advanced Assessment of Athletic Performance
  • Advanced Strength and Conditioning
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Research Methodology and Applied Statistics

Spring Term

  • Seminar in Sports Medicine
  • Sports Science Practicum 2
  • Sports Nutrition
  • Research Seminar in Sports Science
  • Elective (select 1)
    • Sports Science Data Analytics
    • Advanced Strength and Conditioning II

Summer Term

  • Sports Science Practicum 3