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MISSION STATEMENT
Through distinctive endeavors in teaching, discovery and engagement related to physical activity, the School of Kinesiology promotes and advances health and quality for all people.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Ph.D. program in Kinesiology prepares future academicians in human movement sciences. The program focuses on experimental, quasi-experimental and non-experimental designs as well as the measurement principles associated with implementing these designs for common variables in the kinesiology disciplines. Students will be provided with a solid foundation in discipline-specific knowledge and research tools.
Students can choose one of the three emphasis areas: biomechanics, exercise physiology or sport pedagogy. Students will also pursue a cognate area directly support their research interest. This typically includes collaborations outside the School of Kinesiology.
The sport pedagogy emphasis will immerse students in a deeper understanding of the development of sport skill including, but not limited to, courses on learning theories, administration of PETE programs, and psychological theories.
Students can choose one of the three emphasis areas: biomechanics, exercise physiology or sport pedagogy. Students will also pursue a cognate area directly support their research interest. This typically includes collaborations outside the School of Kinesiology.
The sport pedagogy emphasis will immerse students in a deeper understanding of the development of sport skill including, but not limited to, courses on learning theories, administration of PETE programs, and psychological theories.
Unique Aspects of our Program:
- Opportunity to Study Coaching - The kinesiology doctoral program offered by the Southern Miss School of Kinesiology is one of two doctoral programs in the country with faculty established in the study of coaching.
- Personalized Attention – Small cohorts lend to personalized attention from faculty and greater opportunities for engagement and collaboration with peers.
PROGRAM EXPECTATIONS
Teaching:
Doctoral students pursuing the sport pedagogy emphasis will receive personalized mentorship from faculty members. Guidance will help students develop effective teaching skills for the higher education classroom. By connecting pedagogy knowledge to teaching, graduates will be fully equipped to successfully and confidently enter academic positions.
Scholarship:
Doctoral students will develop their own dissertation research topic in addition to collaborating with faculty and other doctoral students on research projects. Doctoral students are expected to submit articles to professional and research journals on topics that follow their line of research. Presenting at local, state and national conferences is highly encouraged.
Service:
Although not explicitly required, participating in community and professional service opportunities is highly encouraged as it reflects dedication and the values of the School of Kinesiology. Opportunities often arise on-campus, such as the Graduate Student Senate, special university events and student clubs. Joining and contributing to professional organizations is strongly urged to further professional and academic development.
CORE COURSES
Plan of Study (72 hrs)
Research Tools (19-21 hrs)
Kinesiology Core (24 hrs)
Cognate (12 hrs)
Research Tools (19-21 hrs)
- KIN 704 Design and Measurement in Kinesiology (3 hrs) - Tests of fitness, skills, and abilities. Administration and interpretation.
- REF 761 Quantitative Analysis I (3 hrs) - Theoretical distributions in experimental and quasi-experimental design. Analysis of variance, repeated measures, follow-up procedures.
- REF 762 Quantitative Analysis II (3 hrs) - Techniques associated with bivariate, partial, and multiple correlation and applied multiple linear regression.
- CIS 790 Qualitative Research in Curriculum and Instruction (3 hrs)** - Application of qualitative research methodology in the contexts of investigations in curriculum and instruction.
- KIN 791 Research (4-6 hrs) - Topics and procedures must be approved by graduate advisory committee. For doctoral students only.
- KIN 840 Readings in Kinesiological Research (3 hrs) - Extensive readings to become conversant in a variety of research-based, kinesiology-related, subject areas with a special emphasis on health, disease, and exercise.
Kinesiology Core (24 hrs)
- KIN 750 Foundations of Human Movement (3 hrs) - An overview of the sub-disciplines of biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor behavior, and functional anatomy and their contribution to human movement.
- KIN 751 Historical and Social Foundations of Kinesiology (3 hrs) - A review of the historical, sociological, and ethical foundations of kinesiological disciplines.
- KIN 780 Graduate Seminar (6 hrs) - Current trends and issues in human performance.
- KIN 898 Dissertation (12 hrs)
Cognate (12 hrs)
**Course can be substituted with another adviser approved research course
ADMISSIONS
Applications are due March 1. Applicants must complete an online application for the Southern Miss Graduate School. Instructions and application can be accessed on the Graduate Admissions portal (https://usmgrad.admissionpros.com/).
All inquiries regarding application status should be directed to the Graduate School (https://www.usm.edu/graduate-school) or 601.266.4369.
Once a decision has been reached, applicants will receive an email from the Graduate School to the email address provided in their application.
All inquiries regarding application status should be directed to the Graduate School (https://www.usm.edu/graduate-school) or 601.266.4369.
Once a decision has been reached, applicants will receive an email from the Graduate School to the email address provided in their application.
Preferred/Minimum Requirements:
The School of Kinesiology's graduate program requires the following to be submitted to the Graduate School via the application portal.
- Official transcripts from all universities attended
- Submission of acceptable scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Scores
- Three letters of recommendation from persons qualified to assess readiness for graduate study
- Submission of curriculum vitae/resume
- Complete a statement of purpose
- International students must submit TOEFL or IELTS scores
- Application fee
**These are preferred requirements but exceptions can be made on an individual basis**
FINANCIAL AIDE AND EMPLOYMENT
Research assistantships are awarded through a competitive and comparative process that takes into account scholarship, experience, and fit between student interest and faculty capabilities. Preference will generally be given to qualified doctoral students. General tuition and the non-resident fees are waived for graduate assistantship holders. Assistantship duties can include both teaching and research activities up to 20 hours per week. To receive continual funding, it is expected students maintain full-time status and a “B” average each semester. The maximum time limit for doctoral students to remain on School funding is typically three academic years.
For additional funding information, visit the Graduate School’s Funding Resources page (https://www.usm.edu/graduate-school/funding-resources).
For additional University details on graduate assistantships, please view your current Graduate Bulletin (http://catalog.usm.edu/).
For additional funding information, visit the Graduate School’s Funding Resources page (https://www.usm.edu/graduate-school/funding-resources).
For additional University details on graduate assistantships, please view your current Graduate Bulletin (http://catalog.usm.edu/).
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