Program Details
M.S. degree program in physical education
HEGIS code 0835
NYS SED program code 83153
The master of science degree in physical education program has two concentrations. The concentration in sports management is designed to teach students to manage health clubs, work as administrators of school and college athletics' programs, manage corporate fitness programs, and work for professional teams and leagues. The concentration in psychosocial aspects of physical activity is no longer accepting applications.
Program Heads
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| Leung, Raymond | Graduate Deputy | 718-951-5514 | 4th Fl West Quad |
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Building codes:
A-Whitehead; B-Boylan; J-James;
N-Ingersoll; NE-Ingersoll Extension; R-Roosevelt; RE-Roosevelt Extension; WEB - West End Building
Admission Requirements
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Physical Education And Exercise Science |
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March 1st |
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November 1st |
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Supporting Documents for Matriculation: Please submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions: official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, two letters of recommendation. Submit essay on academic interests and goals , and other relevant information with application. |
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| TOEFL (paper, computer, internet) | 500, 173, 61 |
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1. Concentration in psychosocial aspects of physical activity
This concentration is inactive. Students are advised to consult the department for further information.
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Matriculation requirements
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Applicants must offer at least 12 credits in physical education courses including course work in all of the following areas:
philosophical perspectives of physical education (philosophy or history), behavioral perspectives (motor learning, sport psychology, or sociology of sport), movement perspectives (kinesiology or biomechanics), and human physiology; and 9 credits in psychology and/or sociology courses, or obtain approval from the department chairperson.
Applicants must submit to the graduate deputy a statement of academic interests, experience, and other relevant information including academic honors, scholarships, and publications. Materials should be received by the department before March 1 for fall admission and before November 1 for spring admission.
The department may require interviews of applicants for admission.
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Degree requirements
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Thirty credits are required for the degree.
Students must complete a minimum of 21 credits in physical education including Physical Education 7153X, 7154X, 7158X, and 7092X; a minimum of 9 credits chosen from Physical Education 7342X, 7043X, 7059X, 7260X, 7064X, 7068X, 7279X, 7080X (if thesis is elected), and 7299X. In addition, students must complete 9 credits in courses in psychology and sociology chosen with the approval of the Physical Education and Exercise Science Department. Students may not take all 9 credits in the same department.
Students must pass a comprehensive examination or submit a thesis acceptable to the department. Information about the comprehensive examination is in the section "Academic Regulations and Procedures."
The program of study must be approved by the deputy chairperson.
2. Concentration in sports management
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Matriculation requirements
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Applicants must offer at least 12 credits in physical education courses including course work in all of the following areas:
philosophical perspectives of physical education (philosophy or history), behavioral perspectives (motor learning, sport psychology, or sociology of sport), movement perspectives (kinesiology or biomechanics), and human physiology.
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Degree requirements
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Thirty credits are required for the degree.
Students must complete 18 credits in physical education:
Physical Education 7342X, 7043X, 7044X, 7345X, 7092X, and either Physical Education 7080X (if thesis is chosen) or an elective in the department. Nine credits in courses in economics: Economics 609X, 701X, and one course chosen from 608X (formerly 709X) or 7205X. Three credits in an elective course either in or out of the department as approved by the graduate deputy.
Students must pass a comprehensive examination or submit a thesis acceptable to the department. Information about the comprehensive examination is in the section "Academic Regulations and Procedures."
The program of study must be approved by the deputy chairperson.
