Exercise Physiology Curriculum Overview
This program leads to the M.S. degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in exercise physiology.
The following core curriculum is required for all students:
| Course | Core Requirements | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| KIN 541 | Physical Activity Epidemiology | 3 |
| KIN 542 | Exercise Across the Lifespan | 3 |
| KIN 644 | Cardiorespiratory Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| KIN 645 | Muscular and Hormonal Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| KIN 646 | Metabolic Aspects of Exercise | 3 |
| KIN 650 | Exercise Testing, Evaluation, and Prescription | 3 |
| KIN 655 | Research Techniques | 3 |
Students are also required to complete one of the following tracks:
Thesis Track (required to compete 33 credits for graduation):
- KIN 700. Thesis (6 credits)
- Electives in consultation with advisor (6 credits)
Non-Thesis Track (required to complete 36 credits for graduation):
- KIN 681. Internship in Exercise Science (3-9 credits) OR
- KIN 697. Directed Research in Kinesiology
- Electives in consultations with advisor (12 credits)
Note: KIN 681 credits exceeding 3 credits can be counted towards elective requirements.
Students are also required to choose from the following electives (or others if approved by academic adviser): Thesis Track – 6 credits or Non-Thesis Track – 12 credits
- KIN 547. Physiol. of Performance Enhancement in Endurance Sports
- KIN 643. Environmental Exercise Physiology
- KIN 540. Clinical Exercise Physiology I
- KIN 640. Clinical Exercise Physiology II
- NUTR 545. Nutrition and Exercise
- NUTR 555. Theories and Practices of Weight Management
- NUTR 582. Nutrition and Metabolism
Department of Kinesiology
- Godwin Hall
- MSC 2302
- 261 Bluestone Drive
- Harrisonburg, VA 22807
- Email: jmukinesiology@jmu.edu
- Phone: (540) 568-6145
- Fax: (540) 568-3338
- Last updated: January 6, 2021
