48 monthsProgramme duration
Jan-2000Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Nursing
Degree
MDiv
Study Level
PHD
Earning a Ph.D. in Kinesiology represents the achievement of expertise in the study of physical activity and its relationship to health. Expertise in Kinesiology means the individual has worked with a mentor (major professor) and doctoral plan of study (POS) committee to develop an in-depth program of research and study that is balanced with pedagogical knowledge and skills. A research program includes the development of theoretical and content knowledge, laboratory and/or field research skills, methodological and analysis skills, and ethical behavior. Pedagogical knowledge and skills means the development of effective teaching to enhance student learning within the area of study. Thus, graduates of our program are trained as both researchers and teachers. Iowa State University requires Ph.D. students to earn a minimum of 72 credits beyond the bachelor?s degree with at least 36 from Iowa State University. These requirements may be exceeded at the discretion of the Program of Study (POS) Committee. The Ph.D. in Kinesiology is awarded based on achieving a satisfactory level of expertise as judged by the major professor and POS committee. Doctoral students identify a primary area of emphasis and a secondary area of emphasis within Kinesiology, and a cognate area outside Kinesiology. The secondary area of emphasis is used to identify breadth coursework and guide selection of the secondary teaching experience and secondary research experience. Areas of emphasis Areas of emphasis include: Exercise physiology (including metabolic, cardiovascular, and immunology) Exercise psychology Biomechanics Motor control Physical activity and health promotion Pedagogy Physical Activity Epidemiology
Programme overview
Main Subject
Nursing
Degree
MDiv
Study Level
PHD
Earning a Ph.D. in Kinesiology represents the achievement of expertise in the study of physical activity and its relationship to health. Expertise in Kinesiology means the individual has worked with a mentor (major professor) and doctoral plan of study (POS) committee to develop an in-depth program of research and study that is balanced with pedagogical knowledge and skills. A research program includes the development of theoretical and content knowledge, laboratory and/or field research skills, methodological and analysis skills, and ethical behavior. Pedagogical knowledge and skills means the development of effective teaching to enhance student learning within the area of study. Thus, graduates of our program are trained as both researchers and teachers. Iowa State University requires Ph.D. students to earn a minimum of 72 credits beyond the bachelor?s degree with at least 36 from Iowa State University. These requirements may be exceeded at the discretion of the Program of Study (POS) Committee. The Ph.D. in Kinesiology is awarded based on achieving a satisfactory level of expertise as judged by the major professor and POS committee. Doctoral students identify a primary area of emphasis and a secondary area of emphasis within Kinesiology, and a cognate area outside Kinesiology. The secondary area of emphasis is used to identify breadth coursework and guide selection of the secondary teaching experience and secondary research experience. Areas of emphasis Areas of emphasis include: Exercise physiology (including metabolic, cardiovascular, and immunology) Exercise psychology Biomechanics Motor control Physical activity and health promotion Pedagogy Physical Activity Epidemiology
Admission Requirements
6.5+
International students should have the following other English language requirements: a score of 550 or above on the TOEFL paper based test; score of 53 on the PTE Academic.
4 Years
Jan-2000
Tuition fees
Domestic
0 USD
International
0 USD
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