Master of Science in Exercise Physiology

Master of Science in Exercise Physiology is a Masters program taught at St. Ambrose University, USA. Intake: Fall, Spring, or Summer start. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (12-15 months) options.

The Master of Science in Exercise Physiology at St. Ambrose University focuses on exercise-related disease and illness, research participation in exercise science, and evidence-based practice. Students also work on comprehending and interpreting scholarly literature, and they learn to formulate and test research questions and hypotheses.

The program requires 35 credits and uses on-campus classes. Students complete collaborative research and lab work and study the physiological responses to physical activity. Coursework includes work such as Exercise Pharmacology, Biomechanics, Sport Nutrition, Advanced Physiology, and Advanced Exercise Physiology.

Modules

• Exercise Pharmacology
• Biomechanics
• Sport Nutrition
• Advanced Physiology
• Advanced Exercise Physiology

The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Science in Exercise Physiology at St. Ambrose University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by St. Ambrose University.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by St. Ambrose University as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Science in Exercise Physiology.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

• Complete an application for graduate admission at St. Ambrose University
• Submit official grade transcripts from all colleges and universities you have attended
• Provide two Letters of Recommendation for the MSEP Program (pdf). One must be from a former or current professor.
• Provide a personal statement. Briefly introduce yourself and explain why you are pursuing this degree along and what has prepared you for the program
• GRE or MCAT scores may be waived for some applicants

Prerequisites: Undergrad degree in exercise science or science-based major from an accredited institution with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Required courses: Undergraduate anatomy and physiology (SAU students must take BIOL 230 Human A&P I & BIOL 232 Human A&P II or BIOL 205 Essentials of Human A&P). Recommended courses: 4 credits physics (which should include Newtonian mechanics); 3-4 credits exercise physiology (SAU equivalent prerequisite: KIN 390 Exercise Physiology or KIN 366 Applied Exercise Physiology).

TOEFL 79 and IELTS 6.5

Please check detail of study units at http://www.sau.edu/academic-programs/masters/health-sciences/ms-exercise-physiology/

• Exercise physiologist
• Exercise specialist
• Fitness director
• Cardiac rehabilitation specialist
• Strength and conditioning coach
• Researcher
• Hospitals and clinics
• Fitness facilities
• Collegiate athletics
• Schools
• Government agencies
• Rehabilitation centers

80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.