Athens,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Kinesiology - Biomechanics in Athens United States | University of Georgia
University of Georgia
|
Athens United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,630
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Highlighting your master's degree in kinesiology with a biomechanics focus will establish a well-rounded understanding of human movement science while developing valuable skills for both research and professional environments.
This thesis-based curriculum equips you for opportunities in healthcare professions, corporate research labs, academic teaching and research positions, or pursuing advanced doctoral studies in the discipline.
Key Program Features
Two-year curriculum designed for exercise science graduates
Includes mandatory thesis work and academic courses
Utilization of advanced research facilities and fitness center
Competitive teaching/research assistantships offered to select students
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Admission to the program is competitive and considers a number of factors. At a minimum, you must have:
GRE scores in the 50th percentile
Undergraduate GPA of 3.0
A background in physical and biological science is recommended. Example courses include:
College physics
Introductory college chemistry
Biology
Physiology
Introductory college biomechanics
International students must score at least 213 on the Internet Based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam.
We also expect you to have a background in physical and biological science, including:
College physics
Introductory college chemistry
Biology
Physiology
Exercise science
The following should be uploaded to the Graduate School's application:
Unofficial transcripts from each institution of higher education attended
Statement of Purpose
Statement of Purpose should summarize your career goals and how the degree program would help you attain those identified goals.
If applying to a MS-thesis or PhD program, ensure you describe your research interests and how your interests fit with a specific faculty member within the Department of Kinesiology.
A CV or resume
Contact information for three references
Official GRE scores (MS thesis and Ph.D. applicants only)
Scores can be sent to UGA's Graduate School as a designated score recipient using code 5813.
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
GRE scores in the 50th percentile
Undergraduate GPA of 3.0
A background in physical and biological science is recommended. Example courses include:
College physics
Introductory college chemistry
Biology
Physiology
Introductory college biomechanics
International students must score at least 213 on the Internet Based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam.
We also expect you to have a background in physical and biological science, including:
College physics
Introductory college chemistry
Biology
Physiology
Exercise science
The following should be uploaded to the Graduate School's application:
Unofficial transcripts from each institution of higher education attended
Statement of Purpose
Statement of Purpose should summarize your career goals and how the degree program would help you attain those identified goals.
If applying to a MS-thesis or PhD program, ensure you describe your research interests and how your interests fit with a specific faculty member within the Department of Kinesiology.
A CV or resume
Contact information for three references
Official GRE scores (MS thesis and Ph.D. applicants only)
Scores can be sent to UGA's Graduate School as a designated score recipient using code 5813.
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Tuition
USD
24,630