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PhD of Kinesiology

University of Connecticut

Storrs, United States
4 years
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

A four-year degree in the science of human movement and health, With an honours option.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Kinesiology can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Kinesiologist
Health and wellness specialist
Rehabilitation specialist
Chiropractor
Medical professional
Occupational therapist
Physiotherapist
Ergonomics professional

Curriculum

Four years with an honours option. First year mixes human kinetics
English
Critical reading and writing
Mathematics
Physics or chemistry and psychology
Later sample courses include fitness leadership
Exercise physiology and the sociology of physical activity and sport. Students plan course choices with an academic adviser.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited institution (4-year US bachelor equivalent)
Third-party credential evaluation for non-US transcripts
GRE/GMAT per program.

Minimum GPA

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited institution (4-year US bachelor equivalent), Third-party credential evaluation for non-US transcripts, GRE/GMAT per program.

Documents you’ll need

Degree Certificates
Academic Transcripts
Research Proposal if required
Academic References
Curriculum Vitae
English Proficiency Results if required.

How to apply

Review the research degree entry requirements and identify a suitable supervisor where necessary. Prepare transcripts
Qualifications
A research proposal and supporting evidence requested for your subject. Submit the research application and respond to any follow-up requests. Accept an offer and complete immigration arrangements if needed.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$45,310 USD
Application fee	$75 USD
Deposit	$9,100 USD

Program details

Campus	Storrs campus
Faculty or school	The Graduate School
Department	Kinesiology
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1
Scholarship note	Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.