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Tuition USD 5,800 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,800 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location California, US
Language English

Program Overview

The Kinesiology at California State University San Marcos is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 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 Kinesiology 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. Tuition: USD 5,800 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,800 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
  5. Location: San Marcos, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Kinesiology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Advanced Biomechanics
  2. Advanced Motor Control
  3. Research Methods
  4. Advanced Statistical Analysis
  5. Seminar in Kinesiology
  6. Physical Education Methods
  7. Public Health
  8. Advanced Exercise Physiology
  9. Practicum
  10. Thesis

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

We expect competitive applicants to have an undergraduate GPA >= 3.0, GRE verbal and quantitative score >= 150 and analytical writing score >= 3, as well as an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science or related field.

The supplemental application will require:
  • Unofficial transcripts (note that official transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation (waiver form)
  • Letter of intent describing a) your career goals and rationale for applying to the graduate program, b) your preparation and background, and c) your research interests, including at least two suggested faculty members that align with your interests.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 5,800 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,800 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 5,800 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,800 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact California State University San Marcos 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 California State University San Marcos

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California State University San Marcos

California, US

California State University San Marcos is a public university in San Marcos, California, United States. It was founded in 1989 as the 21st campus in the California State University (CSU) system.

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months