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M.S. Kinesiology Curriculum & Courses

The Master of Science in Kinesiology degree is 36 credit hours, typically completed over four semesters.

In our courses, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of physiology, physical education, sports medicine, biomechanics, and the latest research in kinesiology. The concentration you choose will determine which specific courses you take.

The master's degree in kinesiology at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette includes internship and thesis options

Thesis or Non-Thesis Options

Thesis option: The thesis option is for students who want to pursue a career in kinesiology research or academia. The thesis option includes:

  • 12 hours of graduate core courses
  • 9 hours in concentration area
  • 9 hours guided electives
  • 6 hours thesis work

Non-thesis option: This option is for students who want to pursue a career in kinesiology practice. The non-thesis option includes:

  • 12 hours of graduate core courses
  • 9 hours in concentration area
  • 6 hours guided electives
  • 9 hours of research-related Special Projects (i.e., KNES 597 or KNES 598; 3 hours) and an Internship (KNES 600 3 - 9 hours).
    • Students in the Health Promotion, Recreation, and Sports Management concentration may elect to take the internship for up to nine hours.

Semester-by-Semester Plan

The courses you take each semester will depend on which concentration you choose. Explore the semester-by-semester plan for each concentration in the catalog.