Education & Human Development

Health & Kinesiology

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THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND KINESIOLOGY

The Department of Health and Kinesiology (HLKN) is the largest academic department at Texas A&M University and generates over 98,000 credit hours and 203,000 (Modified) weighted student credit hours each year.

As one of four departments in the College of Education and Human Development, HLKN is currently home to over 3,000 undergraduate students, 246 master’s students, 70 doctoral students (3,921 total), 179 minor students, 103 faculty members, 32 staff members and 90 funded graduate assistants.

How to Apply

Divisions of Health & Kinesiology

The department is comprised of four divisions: Health Education, Kinesiology, Sport Management and the Physical Education Activity Program. Each division offers various degrees and outreach programs promoting continuing education for students and the community.

Division of Health Education

Prepares students to help people improve their health, and thereby the quality of life, through effective health education, powerful networking, strong leadership, meaningful research and selfless service to others.

Health Education

Division of Kinesiology

We give students access and appreciation for all things kinesiology, emphasizing the biological basis to exercise and movement.

Kinesiology

Division of Sport Management

The Sport Management Program is one of the top 5 programs in the country.

Sport Management

Division of Physical Education Activity Program

PEAP offers health and fitness activity classes to every Texas A&M student.

Physical Education Activity Program

Former Student Highlight

KOURTNEY MARTIN

During her time as a Group Fitness Instructor at Texas A&M Rec Sports, she was presented with the opportunity to instruct WELLNESS WORKS! fitness sessions to faculty and staff at Texas A&M. She went on to complete her graduate internship with WELLNESS WORKS! before being named Employee Wellness Coordinator in 2017.

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PROGRAMS

Bachelor’s →

Minors →

Master’s →

Doctoral →

FROM OUR FORMER STUDENTS

Chandler Stout ’15 discusses her experience as a Sports Management Major at the College of Education and Human Development. Chandler has been heavily involved in student organizations such as Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority, Freshman Leaders in Progress, Conference on Student Government Association Committee, Big Event, Relay for Life-Aggieland and Fish Camp.

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Master's in Kinesiology, Emphasis in:

Exercise Physiology (M.S.)

M.S. in Kinesiology, Emphasis in Exercise Physiology

The Exercise Physiology program prepares students for teaching and research careers in exercise physiology. HLKN offers a M.S. in Kinesiology, with an emphasis in Exercise Physiology, and a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology.

Several exercise physiology laboratories provide students with state-of-the-art instructional facilities in which it study and learn. The laboratories use technologies that allow online collection and processing of data, sophisticated control of in vivo and in vitro animal preparations and the opportunity to analyze a wide range of physiological parameters. In addition to work conducted in the laboratories, supplemental experiences are available in medicine, veterinary medicine, biology, biochemistry, bioengineering and animal science.

Students also have the opportunity to work with the graduate training program in Space Life Sciences.

ADMISSIONS

Application Deadlines

Fall 2022: January 15, 2022

Program Details

Degree: Master’s in Kinesiology
Emphasis: Exercise Physiology
Degrees Offered: M.S. in Kinesiology, Ph.D. in Kinesiology
Credit Hours: Master’s Thesis: 32 hours (minimum), Master’s Non-Thesis: 38 hours (minimum), Doctoral: 64 hours (beyond Masters)

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Core Curriculum

The M.S. in Kinesiology, with an emphasis in Exercise Physiology, provides advanced training in the physiological responses to acute exercise and the adaptations that occur with training. Student select either a non-thesis or thesis option.

The non-thesis option does not require a research project and is more oriented to formal coursework. There is considerable flexibility in designing the degree plan to fit the student’s particular needs and expectations. The non-thesis option requires completion of at least 38 semester credit hours of coursework.

Curriculum

M.S. Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology

Contact Advisors

Carmen Hoffmann

Carmen Hoffmann

Academic Advisor
Tyler Fadal

Tyler Fadal

Academic Advisor

Faculty

The Division of Kinesiology faculty prepares students as leaders and innovators in careers in the public education forum and exercise science.

Division of Kinesiology Faculty

Frequently Asked Questions

Masters

  • I still have further questions—who can I contact to help me answer those?

    The Graduate Advising Office is located on the third floor of the Gilchrist Building. Our office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

    • Tyler Fadal
      • Gilchrist 324
      • (979) 862-4052
    • Carmen Hoffman
      • Gilchrist 325
      • (979) 458-2673

    Our department’s mailing address is:

    Department of Health and Kinesiology, Texas A&M University
    4243 TAMU
    College Station, TX 77843-4243.

    You can e-mail us at info@hlkn.tamu.edu.

    Due to changing COVID-19 related restrictions, we suggest you call or email BEFORE any office visit.

  • What are the typical program costs?

    The following website can help you estimate the cost of the program, including current costs of tuition and fees: Estimate your attendance cost.

    Please note: you must update the program hours.

  • Can you guide me through the application process?

    Completed Application: A completed application. Fill out information on the GraduateCAS website. The name on your application must match your name as it appears in your passport. Application Fee: A non-refundable $89application fee for domestic applicants and $114 application fee for international applicants. The application fee may be paid by check, money order or approved credit card. Applicants who wish to pay by credit card may do so as part of the online application. If you are unable to pay the fee online, you may call the Graduate Admissions Office at 979-845-1060. Official Transcripts and Records: Submit official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended. NOTE: You do not need to submit an official transcript from Texas A&M University. For information on submitting official transcripts to Texas A&M University, please visit their website.

    How to Apply: Master’s Application Information | Doctoral Application Information

  • I live out of state. Do you accept out-of-state applicants?

    Yes, we accept in-state and out-of-state applicants.

  • Is there any opportunity for financial assistance?

    Yes, there are opportunities for financial assistance through the following offices: Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid

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