Health Sciences, MS Sport Science and Performance Specialization

33 credit hours

Requirements

The graduate curriculum for the health sciences program with the sport science and performance specialization provides a strong scientific basis for students seeking advanced degrees in the exercise physiology, corporate wellness, clinical exercise physiology, strength and conditioning, and allied health professions as well as those seeking practical skills for employment in the health and fitness industry in addition to acceptance into doctoral education programs.

The Exercise and Performance Nutrition Laboratory (www.lindenwood.edu/epnl) contains approximately 2,000 square feet and offers a dedicated space for all laboratory instruction and research being conducted within the School of Health Sciences. This laboratory houses various body composition, cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal fitness, balance, and biochemistry equipment.

Research Core

HP 54000Research Methods

3

HP 54200Statistical Analysis

3

or

IPC 54200Statistical Analysis

3

Extended Core

HP 57200Physiology of Exercise I: Metabolism, Endocrinology, and Biomarkers

3

HP 57600Physiology of Exercise II: Cardiorespiratory and Neuromuscular

3

HP 57700Physiology of Exercise III: Nutrition & Body Composition Considerations

3

Culminating Experience

Thesis Option

HP 65000Thesis

1-6

Non-Thesis Option

HP 54100Internships

3-6

or

HP 55100Independent Study

1-6

HP 58100Comprehensive Examination

0

Note: If a student selects HP 55100 as their Culminating Experience, they cannot also take it for additional elective credit.

Recommended Electives

HP 51000Advanced Strength Training

3

HP 51100Human Movement Impairments and Corrective Exercise Strategies

3

HP 52200Research in Nutrition and Dietetics (Independent Study)

3

HP 52500Performance Psychology

3

HP 53500Advanced Exercise Testing and Prescription

3

HP 53700Community Health

3

HP 54100Internships

3-6

HP 54300Biomechanics

3

HP 55100Independent Study

1-6

HP 58000Exercise Considerations for Aging and Metabolic Populations

3

HP 64100Disability Sport

3

HP 64200-64999Special Topics

3

Additional electives with faculty advisor approval.