Health Sciences, MS Sport Science and Performance Specialization

33 credit hours

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 College of Science, Technology, and Health. This laboratory houses various body composition, cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal fitness, balance, and biochemistry equipment.

Requirements

Prerequisite Coursework

In addition, the following courses (or other courses with program chair approval) serve as admission prerequisites for the Master of Science in Health Sciences. All prospective students must have completed these courses prior to admission with a grade of C or better.

BSC 12100 or EXS 24000 Nutrition
BSC 22700 Human Anatomy & Physiology I
BSC 22800 Human Anatomy & Physiology II
EXS 31500 Exercise Physiology
EXS 31600 Exercise Physiology Lab
MTH 14100 Basic Statistics

Specific courses added after publishing — September Addendum — 09/01/2023**

Major Coursework

3 credit hours of coursework from the following option: 

HS 54000

Research Methods

3

Statistical Analysis Coursework

3 credit hours of coursework from the following option:

HS 54200

Statistical Analysis

3

Extended Core Coursework

12 credit hours of coursework from the following options:

HS 53500	Advanced Exercise Testing and Prescription	3
HS 57200	Exercise Metabolism, Endocrinology, and Biomarkers	3
HS 57600	Cardiorespiratory and Neuromuscular Exercise Physiology	3
HS 57700	Sport Nutrition & Body Composition	3

Elective Coursework

Thesis Route: 9 credit hours

Non-Thesis Route: 12 credit hours

HS 51000/EXS 38500	Advanced Strength Training	3
HS 51100	Human Movement Impairments and Corrective Exercise Strategies	3
HS 52200	Research in Nutrition and Dietetics (Independent Study)	3
HS 52500	Performance Psychology	3
HS 53700	Contemporary Trends in Wellness	3
HS 54300/EXS 32500	Biomechanics	3
HS 56500/EXS 45500	CSCS Exam Preparation	3
HS 58000	Exercise Considerations for Aging and Metabolic Populations	3
HS 64100	Disability Sport	3
HS 64200-64999	Special Topics	3

Additional electives with faculty advisor approval.

Culminating Experience Coursework

Thesis Option Coursework

6 credit hours of coursework from the following option:

HS 65001

Thesis

1-6

Note: Students who have not successfully completed all requirements for HS 65001 Thesis must enroll in HS 65002 Thesis Extension. Continuous enrollment in HS 65002 is required until students are able to successfully complete all requirements for HS 65001 Thesis.

Non-Thesis Option Coursework

3 credit hours of coursework from the following options:

HS 54100	Internships	3-6
HS 55100	Independent Study	1-6

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

Comprehensive Exam Coursework

Zero credit hour course required for completion of major.

HS 58100

Comprehensive Examination

0

HS 58100 (zero credit hours) is required for completion of the major.