1 Exercise Science Graduate Program: Options 1-3 Department of Kinesiology and Sport Studies Wichita State University

2 Why obtain a master’s degree?

3 KSS MEd Exercise Science program consists of course work, practical experience, and research that prepares students for advanced study or careers in private fitness centers, hospital based programs, corporate wellness programs, and sports medicine clinics. Certifications by the American College of Sports Medicine and other Exercise Science organizations are suggested.American College of Sports Medicine

4 M.Ed. emphasis in Exercise Science Program Admission Minimum of 2.75 for last 60 hours Completion of the following five prerequisites or equivalents (“D” or higher) CHEM 101G Elementary Chemistry BIO 223 Human Anatomy and Physiology HS 331Q Principles of Diet and Nutrition KSS 328 Biomechanics/Kinesiology KSS 530 Physiology of Exercise

5 Options 1-3 Option I = Thesis, 34 hours Option II = Internship, 36 hours Option III = Non-thesis/Internship, 36 hours

6 Option I Thesis; 34 hours Required courses (16 hours) KSS 800 Recent Literature in the Profession KSS 830 Advanced Physiology of Exercise KSS 835 Legal Issues in the Profession KSS 860 Research Methods in the Profession KSS 875 Thesis Research KSS 876 Thesis Required specialty courses (9 hours) Electives (9 hours) with advisor’s approval Examination: Oral Defense of Thesis

7 Option II Internship; 36 hours Required courses (30 hours) KSS 800 Recent Literature in the Profession KSS 830 Advanced Physiology of Exercise KSS 835 Legal Issues in the Profession KSS 857 Internship KSS 860 Research Methods in the Profession KSS 890 Special Topics Required specialty courses (9 hours) Electives (6 hours) with advisor’s approval Examination: Written Comprehensive

8 Option III Non-thesis/Internship; 36 hours Required courses (21 hours) KSS 732 Introduction to ECGs KSS 797 Exercise in Health and Disease KSS 800 Recent Literature in the Profession KSS 815 Fitness Assessment/Exercise Recommendations KSS 830 Advanced Physiology of Exercise KSS 835 Legal Issues in the Profession KSS 860 Research Methods in the Profession Required specialty courses (9 hours) Electives (6 hours) with advisor’s approval Examination: Written Comprehensive

9 GRA positions available Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) Stipend $1500 per semester for ~ 10 hours of work per week Apply in the KSS office

10 KSS Exercise Science Graduate Faculty Dr. Pamela Beehler, Chair and Associate Professor Dr. Jeremy Patterson, Assistant Professor Dr. Michael Rogers, Associate Professor and Graduate Coordinator

11 Questions? Please contact us: Wichita State University Department of Kinesiology and Sport Studies Box Fairmount Street Wichita, KS Office: Fax: