Please read the descriptions below and review each program’s course requirements to determine which concentration best serves your intellectual interests and career goals.

Exercise Physiology The concentration in Exercise Physiology is intended for students who are interested in furthering their understanding of how the physiological systems of the human body respond to exercise. Exercise physiology is a multi-disciplinary field with strong ties to basic research, life sciences, and medicine.  This concentration offers comprehensive study of the acute and chronic cardiovascular, respiratory, and metabolic responses to exercise; and the application of these concepts to exercise testing, prescription and supervision in both healthy and diseased populations. Furthermore, an objective of the exercise physiology concentration is to assist in preparation for certification as Health/Fitness Instructor ^SM or Exercise Specialist® through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared to further their education in a doctoral program, or seek employment in a rehabilitation clinic, health club, wellness center or in other fitness and clinical settings.

Movement Science The concentration in Movement Science provides an advanced degree that prepares students to work in a variety of movement and health care settings, teach in community colleges or high schools, or continue postgraduate studies leading to a doctoral degree. Students explore the multitude of factors that influence the control of human movement and the way in which that control changes over time. In addition, students develop skill critiquing and analyzing movement using techniques from the neurosciences and biomechanics. Students ultimately apply their knowledge and skill in areas such as sports, dance, recreation, rehabilitation, teaching, coaching, and ergonomics.

Physical Activity: Social Scientific Perspectives The concentration in Physical Activity: Social Scientific Perspectives is intended for students interested in advanced study of physical activity from within the sociocultural, psychological, pedagogical or at-risk youth development areas. Students who have been active in the fields of education and physical education and who are interested in or are currently pursuing a teaching credential will also find the program relevant to their career goals. The curriculum is designed so that students enrolled in the Credential Program can apply 12 units towards the Master of Science program  In addition, those students who previously received their teaching credential and are returning to school for the Master of Science degree can design, with advisement, a program of studies from the courses listed below and electives. Lastly, students can plan, with advisement, a program of studies within adapted physical education.

Career Outlook Graduates from our programs can gain immediate entry into a number of physical activity, exercise, and human movement related jobs or can seek advanced study leading to careers in: teaching, adapted physical education, coaching, athletic training, physical therapy, occupational therapy, exercise leadership, fitness program management, sports media, consulting, community-based program development, cardiac rehabilitation, biomechanical analysis of movement, ergonomics, sports-related endeavors, research in movement and skill development and learning, research in exercise physiology, research in sociocultural, psychological, or at-risk youth development, or careers in technical writing or computer technology.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

For more information contact:

Dr. Susan Zieff   
 Graduate Coordinator

Phone: 415.338.6574
email: susangz@sfsu.edu  
 

The University requires that each applicant submit the following:

1.       Online application

2.       Official Transcripts
 

Please send all Graduate Requirements to:
SAN FRANCISCO STATE UNIVERSITY
Graduate Studies
1600 Holloway Avenue — ADM 254
San Francisco, CA 94132

The Department of Kinesiology requires that each applicant submit the following:

1.       Official Transcripts
2.       As part of their Personal Statement in the Online University application,   please identify the concentration you have selected, any specific area of study within the concentration, and personal and professional goals.
3.       A minimum of 4.0 on the GRE writing component (for United States and international applicants)
4.       International students must achieve a minimum TOEFL score of 550 (paper); 213 (computer); 80 (internet) or 7.0 (IELTS).
5.       A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 units is required for admission to the M.S. program.
6.       All pre-requisite courses must be completed before applying to the M.S. program in Kinesiology. In addition, the following specific criteria must be met depending on the concentration to which the student applies.

Exercise Physiology Concentration: Minimum grade of B in each of the following courses: human anatomy and human anatomy lab, human physiology and human physiology lab, exercise physiology and exercise physiology lab, and statistics.

Movement Science Concentration: Minimum grade of B in each of the following courses: human anatomy and human anatomy lab, human physiology and human physiology lab, biomechanics and motor learning, and statistics.

Physical Activity: Social Scientific Perspectives Concentration: Minimum grade of B in three of the following or equivalent courses: youth development, sport/exercise psychology, cultural/sociological perspectives of physical activity, motor learning, or motor development. Consult with a graduate advisor to determine if additional courses are needed. Students who have completed or are currently enrolled in a credential program are also eligible and encouraged to apply for admission.

Please send all Department of Kinesiology Requirements to:
Dr. Susan G. Zieff
SAN FRANCISCO STATE UNIVERSITY
Department of Kinesiology
1600 Holloway Avenue, Gym 101
San Francisco, CA. 941132

All students are conditionally admitted pending:

• Completion of the required entry courses and/or the minimum 24-unit undergraduate equivalency.
• Completion of all requirements of the Graduate Program.
   

No more than six units of graduate work may be completed prior to fulfillment of all pre-requisites for admission to the Program. Upon admission, the department sends a letter to the candidate containing the name of the assigned advisor.

Written English Proficiency Requirement

There are two levels of literacy examinations required by the University:

Level One: the Kinesiology Department requires a minimum of 4.0 on the writing portion of the GRE exam

Level Two: the second level assessment of literacy proficiency is evaluated as part of the written thesis or written portion of the master's project.

Culminating Experience Requirement
The culminating experience will consist of two options: 1) thesis; 2) project (for more information about possible options, please consult with the Graduate Coordinator or your advisor).

Program Requirements
The Master’s of Science in Kinesiology is 30 units and includes a core and concentration coursework, culminating experience, and electives. Students from each concentration, in consultation with their advisor, select electives and a culminating experience that best meets their professional/personal needs. Final approval of the student's program rests with the graduate faculty.

For additional information, please consult the following websites:
Graduate Studies Website: http://www.sfsu.edu/~gradstdy/
University Application Deadlines:                         http://www.sfsu.edu/~gradstdy/adm-deadline.htm
Kinesiology Department Website: www.sfsu.edu/~kinweb
Online Application through CSU MENTOR: http://www.csumentor.com/
International Applicants:                                     http://www.sfsu.edu/~gradstdy/international-application-submission.htm

For Financial Aid please visit and scholarships please visit Graduate Studies Website!

 

For more information contact: Dr. Susan Zieff Graduate Coordinator Phone: 415-338-6574 Email susangz@sfsu.edu To apply for the Kinesiology graduate program click SFSU Graduate Division