East Lansing,
MI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Kinesiology - Psychosocial Aspects of Sport and Physical Activity in East Lansing United States | Michigan State University
Michigan State University
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East Lansing United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
31,257
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The master's program specialization in psychosocial dimensions of physical activity explores both practical applications and theoretical foundations of psychological, sociological, and social psychological factors in sports and physical movement. This academic discipline combines two research areas: sports psychology and sports sociology. Sports psychology investigates how mental factors affect athletic performance and how sports participation impacts psychological states. Sports sociology analyzes how social systems influence sports and physical activities, while also studying the cultural importance of these activities through various theoretical frameworks.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
All Official Transcripts. Bachelor Degree is required for Admission. TOEFL PBT - 550. TOEFL IBT - 80. IELTS - 6.5. A cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
To be considered for regular admission, applicants must demonstrate:
A two-page professional goals statement in which you describe your interest and aptitude in one or more of the concentrations offered in the master's degree program and specify the faculty member(s) that you prefer as your mentor(s). Your response to the personal statement field (Item #22) on the Application for Graduate Study is not sufficient. The Department of Kinesiology requires a separate two-page statement.
Completion of an undergraduate degree. KIN does consider applicants who do not have undergraduate degrees in kinesiology, if accepted, those students must complete a breadth requirement as part of their master's degree program plan. The breadth requirement is described in Requirements for the Master of Science Degree in Kinesiology.
A cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
Competitive scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
Strong letters of recommendation from persons who can attest to the student's potential for academic success in the master's degree program.
To be considered for regular admission, applicants must demonstrate:
A two-page professional goals statement in which you describe your interest and aptitude in one or more of the concentrations offered in the master's degree program and specify the faculty member(s) that you prefer as your mentor(s). Your response to the personal statement field (Item #22) on the Application for Graduate Study is not sufficient. The Department of Kinesiology requires a separate two-page statement.
Completion of an undergraduate degree. KIN does consider applicants who do not have undergraduate degrees in kinesiology, if accepted, those students must complete a breadth requirement as part of their master's degree program plan. The breadth requirement is described in Requirements for the Master of Science Degree in Kinesiology.
A cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
Competitive scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
Strong letters of recommendation from persons who can attest to the student's potential for academic success in the master's degree program.
Tuition
USD
31,257