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Troy University

Troy , Alabama ,United States

Master of Science in Kinesiology - Exercise Science (Non-Thesis)

Do you aspire to help others become the healthiest versions of themselves? Do you enjoy teaching others the importance of and techniques to leading a healthy active lifestyle? Troy University’s Master of Science in Kinesiology with a concentration in exercise science and can help prepare you for an exciting and rewarding career in the field of kinesiology.

Consider your options
Within TROY’s exercise science master’s program, you’ll have the option to choose between a thesis or non-thesis route. By pursuing the thesis route, you will be tasked with completing an in-depth research-based project that will lead you toward a future doctoral/professional program. By choosing to pursue your master’s through a non-thesis route, you will have the opportunity to complete an internship where you will work within your area of career interest.

Prepare for success
By earning your graduate degree in exercise science from TROY, you will be prepared to conquer the myriad of career opportunities in the realm of healthcare. With this degree, you will graduate with the skills to help people of all ages and athletic backgrounds. No matter your specialty, this master’s degree will allow you to use your vitality and energy to inspire others and change lives. Your training will also prepare you to sit for certification examinations offered through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and other organizations in the related fields of health and fitness, clinical exercise testing and strength and conditioning.

Our highly skilled, research-oriented faculty is dedicated to your success and will prepare you to follow your dreams in the field of exercise science. As a student, you will benefit from this program’s comprehensive curriculum. You will be given the chance to learn in hands-on laboratory courses, research methods courses and through completing a capstone internship and/or research project. While pursuing your degree, you will have access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, impressive research opportunities and practical field experiences.

Campus Information

Troy Campus

Intakes

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Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Our office prepares the leaders of tomorrow by providing progressive and timely career services of the highest quality to current and former students. Career Services assists students with choosing their major, exploring career interests, gaining work experience, finding internship opportunities, and providing guidance in their professional job search. Career resources are available to all TROY students, whether on campus, online or a hybrid of both. Please see "Contact Us" to connect with your designated TROY Career office.

Self-assessment is the first step in the career planning process. TROY Career Services offers current students several online tools to help identify their interests, skills, personality, and values and strives to match them with the student's educational and career goals. The results of these assessments aid career staff in discussing students' potential majors and jobs.

Major Exploration Fairs are held once a year and students are encouraged to meet faculty from every TROY major and minor and discuss with them careers related to their program.

PSW Opportunity

3 Years PSW

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Admission documents required for international admission
 Accepted via email by your recruiter.

Completed International Application
Official copy of transcripts or results for education years 10-12 AND diploma. More information below.
Financial support statement (original bank statement and sponsor letter). More information below.
Passport identification page with machine readable code visible
English proficiency minimums

Note: Troy University main campus offers English as a Second Language courses. English proficiency placement test is available upon arrival.

English proficiency* requirements—One of the following tests are accepted: 

TOEFL
IELTS
SAT
ACT
iTEP
PTE
Duolingo

Or
IELTS minimum score of 6.0
Or 
SAT minimum score of 1050, with no less than 480 on the Reading and Writing score.
Or
ACT English score of a minimum of 20
Or
iTEP minimum score of 3.5.
Or
Pearson Test of English minimum score of 46.
Or
Duolingo minimum score of 48.