Overview
This specialization in Cultural Studies of Sport and Physical Activity is directed toward students who possess a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Sports Studies, Communications, English, Sociology, Women’s Studies, African-American Studies, Political Science, or other related fields and are interested in earning a Master’s degree for the purpose of: 1) pursuing future study in a doctoral program in either the sociology of sport, cultural studies of sport and physical activity, sport management, sport studies or cultural kinesiology, or 2) working in non-profit organizations and advocacy groups dedicated to improving the lives of all people (or specific historically marginalized populations) through sport, physical activity and other health and fitness oriented organizations.
The URI Kinesiology Master’s curriculum emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the multiple forces and conditions – from the global to the cellular – which influence how and why humans move their bodies in the ways that they do, particularly for those movements we define as physical activity, sport, play, games, and fitness. The Cultural Studies specialization within the Kinesiology Master’s degree specifically focuses academic inquiry into the social, cultural, political, and ethical aspects of human movement with an ultimate, pragmatic goal of actively promoting, constructing, and transforming sport and physical activity in ways that minimize (or eliminate) social inequalities while promoting social justice.
Program Requirements
Core Kinesiology Courses (11 credits)
OR
* It is recommended that students in Cultural Studies select KIN 515
Research Courses (select 6 to 9 credits)
OR
* Students taking KIN 591 Special Problems must also complete the comprehensive
examination
Required Courses (6 credits)
Recommended Electives (select 6-9 credits)
* Choice of electives must be approved by major professor
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Rhode Island State Clinic
April 13, 2013 CLICK HERE to learn more
2013 Kinesiology Internship Meeting
Students need to attend three meetings during the spring semester if they plan to go out in the summer or in the fall CLICK HERE to learn more
2013 KIN585 Summer Course
Come join KIN585 Disability Sport this summer, session I May 20-June 21 CLICK HERE to learn more
Strength & Conditioning Program
For successfully meeting establised criteria, the National Strength and Conditioning Association officially recognizes University of Rhode Island’s Program in Strength and Conditioning.
Kinesiology Graduate Research Night
Every year, the Department of Kinesiology hosts a graduate research night CLICK HERE to learn more
Kinesiology in the News
Kinesiology is a broad field encompassing all facets of human movement. CLICK HERE to learn more
HSS Living and Learning Community
HSS Living and Learning Community
in Butterfield Hall is a great opportunity for Kinesiology students to network with each other during their first year on campus.