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Exercise Physiology

Program Mission: This graduate program offered by the Department of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation provides advanced course work and training in the area of exercise physiology. The course of study in exercise physiology prepares students for employment in clinical settings (e.g. cardiac rehabilitation), corporate fitness, YMCA, YWCA, strength and conditioning training, and the commercial fitness industry. The program aids students in preparation for the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), and other professional certifications.

Admission Requirements: To be eligible for degree candidacy, applicants must meet all of the requirements for admission to the Graduate School (see "Admission to Graduate Degree and Certificate Programs"). Additional requirements include an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 with a Kinesiology or related field focus, three letters of recommendation, a resume, and a statement of purpose.

KSR 4340, KSR 4440, and KSR 4450 or equivalents are required.

Degree Audit: The graduate plan of study is the EIU Degree Audit, which is generated automatically in the Degree Audit Reporting System (DARS) at the time of degree or certificate candidacy. Modifications of the standard EIU Degree Audit are submitted by the graduate coordinator to the certification officer in the Graduate School at the time modifications are approved. The Degree Audit serves as an unofficial summary of requirements for the program. Degree and certificate candidates are advised to review the comprehensive summary of the Degree Audit process specified on the "Requirements for All Degree and Certificate Candidates" section of the Graduate Catalog. Individual programs may require candidates to submit plans of study in addition to the Degree Audit, candidates should consult with the program coordinator.

Degree Requirements

Degree requirements include those outlined for the master's degree by the Graduate School (see "Requirements for the Master's Degree").

Curriculum for the Master of Science in Exercise Physiology

Total Credits: 33

Required Courses

Credits: 24

KSR 5000

Research Methods in Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation (3 credits)

KSR 5005

Literature Review in Kinesiology and Sports Studies (3 credits)

KSR 5130

Exercise Psychology (3 credits)

KSR 5225

Physical Activity and Aging (3 credits)

KSR 5260

Cardiopulmonary Exercise Physiology (3 credits)

KSR 5270

Neuromuscular Exercise Physiology (3 credits)

KSR 5280

Exercise Metabolism Body Composition (3 credits)

KSR 5450

Supervisory Experiences in Adult Fitness. (3 credits)

Electives

Credits: 9

Choose from the following courses:

KSR 5170

Sport Physiology for Coaches (3 credits)

KSR 5250

Exercise Electrocardiography (3 credits)

KSR 5860

Advanced Biomechanics of Resistance Training (3 credits)

KSR 5640

Graded Exercise Testing and Exercise Prescription for the Apparently Healthy and the Cardiac Patient. (3 credits)

KSR 5655

Supervisory Experience in Cardiac Rehabilitation. (3 credits)

KSR 5950

Thesis. (3 or 6 credits)

KSR 5980

Internship in Sports Administration. (3 credits)

KSR 5990

Independent Study (1 to 6 credits)

Graduate Assistantships

Information on graduate assistantships may be obtained at http://www.eiu.edu/kssgrad/ or by contacting the Coordinator of Graduate Studies or Chair, Department of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation, 2504 Lantz, EIU.

Information sourced from the 2019-2020 EIU Graduate Catalog.