PhD in Human Performance and Movement Science in Denton United States | University of North Texas

University of North Texas | Denton United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 32,160
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

Advance your professional journey by pursuing a Ph.D. in Human Performance and Movement Science. This doctoral program offers specialized research training and academic development for those passionate about enhancing human performance and preventing illness through movement science. Participants will acquire expertise and engage in studies exploring the connection between physical activity and wellness, aiming to address health inequalities in marginalized communities through exercise and lifestyle modifications. The curriculum currently features specialized pathways in Applied Physiology and Human Performance Psychology.

With its distinctive concentration on underserved groups and diverse faculty research specialties, you'll develop skills tailored to your chosen mentors and research teams, focusing primarily on hands-on investigative work.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Admission to the doctoral program in Health Performance and Movement Science (HPMS) in the Kinesiology, Health Promotion, and Recreation (KHPR) department is a multi-step process. Each potential applicant must first connect with a HPMS graduate faculty member prior to applying. If a mentor-mentee relationship is established, potential applicants will then need to apply to Toulouse Graduate School. Applicants are then reviewed by the KHPR department for a final decision.
Have completed a bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited institution (or equivalent) in Kinesiology of related field.
Understand it is expected that typical GPA scores for successful applicants will be approximately 3.5 and above (on a 4.0 scale) for both bachelor's and master's degree holders who are applying to the program. However, GPA scores are listed for advisory purposes only and will not be the only deciding factor under consideration. If applicable, scores of 79 on the internet-based TOEFL, 550 on the paper-based TOEFL, or 6.5 on the IELTS will be expected.
Have official transcripts from each college or university you have attended sent to the Toulouse Graduate School.
Provide required supplemental materials:
Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Personal Statement (750-word maximum)
List of three references including contact information.
Provide an acceptable score on either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) for applicants whose native language is not English and if not the holder of a bachelor's or master's degree from an institution in the USA.

Tuition USD 32,160

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