Master of Science in Human Performance and Wellness
Claire Egret, Ph.D., Coordinator
M.S. in Human Performance and Wellness
This program builds on a foundation of knowledge in exercise physiology, biomechanics, and wellness. It will provide the tools and skills needed to analyze performance and make recommendations for improvement in wellness, fitness, strength and conditioning, and injury prevention. The Human Performance and Wellness degree is a one-year program that requires a total of 30 credits of coursework. The Human Performance program requires 21 credits in the core and 9 credits in the thesis or internship tracks. The choice of SES 689/690 Thesis I and II or SES 679 Internship requires prior approval of an intended program of study by one’s Graduate Advisor.
Admission Requirements
General admission requirements are to be found under School of SES Graduate Program Requirements and Policies. A personal interview arranged with the SES Programs Director may be required prior to admission or obtaining “degree seeking” status. In addition, a student seeking admission to the Human Performance and Wellness program must have earned:
- an acceptable score on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), and
- an “above average” undergraduate GPA.
- undergraduate coursework in human anatomy, exercise physiology, and kinesiology or biomechanics.
Note:
The SES Programs Director reserves the right to establish a minimum undergraduate GPA as well as a minimum GRE score for applicants. GRE applications are available from Barry’s Office of Graduate Admissions.
Master of Science (30 credits)
Core Courses (21 credits)
Note: Upon special request of the SES Program Director, consideration may be given for substituting an approved elective for SES-621, if the student has satisfactorily completed a Sports Ethics course at Barry University.
Thesis/Internship Track (9 credits)
Choose one of the following options:
Thesis Option (9 credits)
Internship Options (9 credits)