Athens,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Kinesiology - Motor Behavior 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
18 months
Explore the science of motor development, motor learning, and movement control with our MS in Kinesiology specializing in motor behavior - perfectly aligned with your professional aspirations.
Your coursework will concentrate on how movement and function evolve throughout life, while diving deep into cutting-edge research on teaching physical education, sports, and active lifestyles.
Program Highlights
Ranked among the top 10 doctoral programs by the National Academy of Kinesiology
Examine contemporary research in motor behavior
Gain real-world experience through our hands-on curriculum
The MS in Kinesiology degree generally entails completing at least 30 credit hours for the thesis track. Core requirements (15 credit hours) cover:
Adapted physical education
Motor skill development
Principles of motor control and learning
Therapeutic exercise techniques
Assessment methods for development and motor skills
Kinesiology program design
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You should hold an undergraduate degree in physical education, exercise science, psychology, or special education. In addition to completing your application, you will also submit transcripts from all institutions attended, three letters of recommendation, and other documents to our department. The GRE is required for the MS thesis program specializing in Motor Behavior.
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 an MS-thesis or Ph.D. 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
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 an MS-thesis or Ph.D. 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