Program Overview
The Kinesiology and Physical Education at University of Maine is a MEd programme in Education, 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 education. 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 Kinesiology and Physical Education 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 24,498 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,664 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Orono, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Kinesiology and Physical Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Core Requirements: Introduction to Research, Current Studies in Health, Physical Education and Recreation, Practicum
- Nine credit hours in Pedagogy Curriculum: Curriculum Development, Organization and Administration of HPER, Evaluative Procedures
- Nine credit hours of targeted electives and six hours of electives in related disciplines
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Domestic Applicants
- A completed application (online or paper)
- Three letters of recommendation
- Official transcript of all previous college or university work
- Official test scores
- An application fee ($65 for an online application, $75 for a paper application)
International Applicants
- A completed application (online or paper)
- Three letters of recommendation
- Official transcript of all previous college or university work
- Official test scores
- An application fee ($65 for an online application, $75 for a paper application)
- Certificate of Finances
- Official TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE Academic scores
- A copy of passport or visa
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 24,498 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,664 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 24,498 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,664 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Maine 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 Maine
University of Maine
Orono, United States
public research university in Orono, Maine, United States
University Profile- Language English
