2009-2010 University Catalog 
  
2009-2010 University Catalog

Exercise, Fitness, and Health Promotion, MS


Banner Code:  E1-MS-EFHP

This 30-credit master’s degree focuses on the role of physical activity in the promotion of health, fitness, and quality of life. Completion of this degree may lead to the pursuit of further academic study (doctoral programs) or preparation of professionals equipped to more adequately serve their communities. Students may select to pursue a thesis or non-thesis option for completion of this degree.

Options


Thesis Option (12 credits)


  • Electives:  Choose an additional 6 credits with advisor/coordinator approval

Note:


Students must select an advisor from among the EFHP graduate faculty to supervise thesis work and chair the three-member thesis committee. Committee members are appointed by the EFHP Graduate Coordinator(s). One committee member may be selected from faculty outside of the program. Students may not register for thesis credit until a proposal has been approved by the student’s thesis committee and the EFHP Graduate Coordinator(s).

Total: 30 credits


Nonthesis Option (12 credits)


  • Electives:  Choose an additional 12 credits with advisor/coordinator approval
  • Written Comprehensive Examination

Total: 30 credits