Program Overview
The Exercise Science at University of South Florida is a MSc programme in Humanities over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Exercise Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 21,126 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,428 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Tampa, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Exercise Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- EDF 6407 Statistical Analysis 4
- PET 6536 Research Methods in Exercise Science 3
- PET 6086 Lifespan Fitness 3
- PET 6098 Topics in Strength and Conditioning 3
- PET 6216 Sport Psychology 3
- APK 6116 Neuromuscular Aspects of Exercise Physiology 3
- APK 6109 Cardiorespiratory Aspects of Exercise Physiology 3
- PET 6367 Sports Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism 3
- PET 6389 Fitness Assessment and Prescription 3
- APK 6406 Psychology of Exercise 3
- PET 6003 Theories and Models of Health and Physical Activity 3
- PET 6081 Lifespan Fitness 3
- PET 6085 Body Composition Assessment and Management 3
- APK 6109 Cardiorespiratory Aspects of Exercise Physiology 3
- PET 6388 Physical Activity, Health and Disease 3
- PET 6389 Fitness Assessment and Prescription 3
- 5 hours minimum (thesis students)
- 8 hours minimum (non-thesis students)
- APK 6406 Psychology of Exercise 3
- PET 6003 Theories and Models of Health and Physical Activity 3
- PET 6085 Body Composition Assessment and Management 3
- PET 6256 Sport in Society 3
- PET 6388 Physical Activity, Health and Disease 3
- PET 6494 Legal Aspects of Physical Activity3
- PET 6906 Independent Study 3
- PET 6910 Research Project 3
- PET 6947 Internship in Exercise Science (1-6 hours)
- PET 6971 Thesis: Physical Education (1-5 hours)
- PET 6971 Thesis (3-5)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Personal Statement required \xc2\x96 two page double-spaced statement of professional and research interests
Writing Sample required
Admission into the program will be based on successful completion of prerequisite courses related to the degree program or their equivalent (BSC 2085: Anatomy and Physiology I: BSC 2086: Anatomy and Physiology II: HUN 2201: Nutrition; PET 3353: Exercise Physiology; PET 3312: Biomechanics/Kinesiology)
Students with extensive biology/biomedical science backgrounds may have one or more prerequisite courses waived if the Exercise Science faculty believes that such a waiver is warranted.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 21,126 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,428 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 21,126 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,428 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of South Florida directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of South Florida
University of South Florida
Tampa, United States
University of South Florida is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 18 months