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Master of Science in Kinesiology - Physical Education Teacher Leader Western Kentucky University Western Kentucky University, USA

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USD 17154

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USD 95

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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79

TOEFL

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65%

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Program Overview

The M.S. in Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology concentration prepares students to pursue various health/wellness, fitness, rehabilitation, performance-based and research careers.  Students looking to further develop their knowledge and skills in the field of kinesiology/exercise physiology in preparation for a professional career will do so through relevant coursework, laboratory experiences, practical experiences, and a field experience and/or research project tailored to their personal interests and goals.  Students interested in pursuing a doctoral program will also have the opportunity to engage in faculty-led and self-directed research, in addition to relevant coursework, which will foster the development of advanced methodological and laboratory skills necessary for doctoral level study.   The Exercise Physiology concentration does not lead to rank change for Kentucky teachers.

The M.S. in Kinesiology, Physical Education Teacher Leader concentration focuses on teaching and meeting the Kentucky teacher requirements for advanced teaching standards. The concentration requires 10-16 credit hours of Professional Education Core, including 3 credit hours of Action Research; and 15 credit hours of Physical Education Specialization courses.  The Teacher Leader concentration is designed to develop Teacher Leaders who can positively impact student learning in their classrooms and schools. Courses and experiences include Professional Learning Communities in which students interact with other graduate students from various content areas to discuss and work on real world challenges and promising practices they encounter in schools.

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 28 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

May 2025, Aug 2025

Closed

Jan 2024, Aug 2024, Jan 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    79 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    65% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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