A Master of Science (M.S.) in Kinesiology offers a dynamic foundation for advancing your expertise in human movement and performance. Build on a 17-credit core and tailor your degree through a specialized track: Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, Motor Control, or Sport and Coaching Science. Choose the thesis option to engage deeply in research and prepare for doctoral study or pursue the non thesis pathway to build hands on experience through independent study or an internship. Either way, you'll graduate prepared to lead in research, professional practice, or coaching.
In this two-year* program, you will:
- Complete core coursework in athletic training research, psychological foundations of exercise and sport, and the fundamentals of interpreting research, along with advanced studies in your chosen concentration;
- Collaborate with faculty on research projects that align with your professional interests; and
- Apply your knowledge toward further education (a Ph.D. program) or enter the job market by working with clients or athletes in fitness coaching and performance—whether in private facilities, universities, or with professional teams.
IU SPH-B is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), so you can pursue a top-quality graduate education that meets your career goals.
*Program can be completed in two years if attending full time.