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This 30-credit advanced program focuses on contemporary research and best practices in health and physical education (HPE) teaching methodologies. The research-oriented path culminates in a thesis project conducted by the student, while the practical track finishes with an internship experience. Specialization options encompass adapted physical education, coaching education, and curriculum & instruction for teaching certification.
The Department of Human Movement Sciences provides Master's degree programs across four fields: Exercise Science, Park, Recreation & Tourism Studies, Sport Management, and Physical Education. The Physical Education specialization offers concentrations in Adapted Physical Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Coaching Education, and Initial Virginia Licensure for Health & Physical Education. A graduate certificate in Adapted Physical Education is also available. Doctoral studies (Ph.D. in Education - Human Movement Sciences) feature focus areas in Applied Kinesiology, Health & Sport Pedagogy, and Sport & Recreation Management.