Physical Education (KINESIO-MS, PEN)

Specialization leading to Master of Science in Kinesiology

Core Requirements (9 hours minimum)

Foundational Requirement (choose one, 3 hours)

• KNPE 5544    Introduction to Adapted Physical Activity (3) (recommended)
• KNSISM 6807    Sport Law (3)
• KNHES 7726     Changing Physical Activity Behavior (3)
• KNSISM 7852    Sport Philosophy and Ethics (3)

Research Requirement (6 hours minimum)

Consult with faculty advisor for alternatives

• ESQREM 6641    Introduction to Educational Statistics (4)
• ESQREM 6661    Intro to Educational Measurement (3)

Specialization Requirements (21-24 hours)

Specialization Requirements (9 hours)

• ESSPED 5742     Applied Behavior Analysis for Teachers (3)
• KNPE 5795     Socio‐cultural Issues in Physical Education (3)
• KNPE 7754     Advanced Motor Development & Learning (3)\

Concentration Specific Courses (12 or 15 hours minimum)

Select one of the following concentrations.

Adapted Physical Education Concentration (12 hours)

• KNPE 5657    Sport & Disability (3)
• KNPE 5676    Programming for Severe Physical Impairments (3)
• KINESIO 8189    Practicum: Kinesiology (3)
• KNPE 8872    Advanced Study in Adapted Physical Education (3)

Teacher Education Concentration (15 hours)

• KNPE 5521    Qualitative Skill Analysis (3)
• KINESIO 8189    Practicum: Kinesiology (3)
• KNPE 8998    Research: Physical Education, Sport and Physical Activity (3)

Electives (6 hrs)

A minimum of six hours outside of the Teacher Education Concentration is required. Suggested are areas of study are: special education, curriculum development, recreational sports. See your advisor for specific course recommendations.

Thesis or Non-Thesis Requirement (choose one, 3 hours)

Consult with faculty advisor

Thesis Option

• KINESIO 7999    Research: Thesis (minimum 3)

Non‐thesis Options (choose one)

Students must register for a minimum of three hours during the semester they take the examination or the project.

• KINESIO 7999    Research: Thesis (minimum 3)
• KNPE 8193    Advanced Individual Studies: Physical Education, Sport and Physical Activity (minimum 3)
• Master’s Examination
• Culminating Project

Minimum hours: 33‐36 thesis option