Overview

The purpose of the Kinesiology PhD program is to develop the next generation of teacher-scholars and professional leaders to advance the broad discipline of kinesiology through exploration of human movement, applied physiology, sports performance, sports medicine and clinical rehabilitation.

Students at the University of Central Florida will become proficient in conducting research, while interpreting and applying their findings in order to impact professional practice.

Careers

University Professor
Sport Scientist
Clinical Research Scientist
Postdoctoral Fellow

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology
Youth Physical and Athletic Development
Cardiovascular Exercise Physiology
Assessment and Evaluation in Kinesiology
Sport Nutrition and Ergogenic Aids
Exercise Physiology
Exercise Prescription for Special Populations
Program Design in Strength and Conditioning
Kinesiology Instrumentation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

72 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Orlando, United States

Disciplines

Kinesiology View 95 other PhDs in Kinesiology in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A master’s degree in a closely related field and master’s level competency in research and statistics.
Two letters of recommendation from previous faculty or supervisors who can speak to the applicants ability to be successful in graduate school.
Goal statement.
Resumé/vita reflecting relevant experience.
Writing sample demonstrating the applicant’s ability to interpret and synthesize information relevant to the field of kinesiology.
Applicants to this program who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation.
Faculty members may choose to conduct face-to-face or telephone interviews before accepting an applicant into their research program.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

22988 USD / year

≈ 22988 USD / year
Out-of-State

22988 USD / year

≈ 22988 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6664 USD / year

≈ 6664 USD / year

Living costs

Orlando

United States

1111 - 1939 USD / month

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