Overview
This specialization in the Psychosocial/Behavioral Aspects of Physical Activity is directed toward students who possess a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Psychology, Public Health, 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 the psychology of exercise/physical activity, or 2) working for organizations with an interest in the promotion of regular physical activity (including corporations and government agencies).
Generally, 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 are physically activity. Specifically, the specialization in the Psychosocial/Behavioral Aspects of Physical Activity within the Kinesiology Master’s degree focuses academic inquiry into the understanding of physical activity behavior. This perspective includes knowledge of the physiologic foundations of the behavior, its role and manifestations in society in various forms, and a focus on the patterns, determinants, and physical and psychological outcomes of physical activity participation, as well as an understanding of theoretically guided interventions to promote regular physical activity. Students take numerous foundational, required, courses, but have the flexibility to tailor their additional coursework towards career goals.
Program Requirements
Core Kinesiology Courses (11 credits)
OR
* It is recommended that students in the Psychosocial/Behavioral Aspects program 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)
Upcoming New Study Spring 2012 Dietary Education and Active Lifestyle(UR-IDEAL)Study of overweight women aged 55-80
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Congratulations to Chad Straight!
Chad Straight, M.S., a 2011 graduate of the URI Kinesiology Master's program was awarded a prestigious scholarship from the New England Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine CLICK HERE to learn more
URI Kinesiology - Service Learning
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Summer 2012
Please note the following courses will be offered during Summer Session 2012: KIN334 (session 1), KIN335(session 1), KIN123(session 2), KIN123(session 3), KIN275(session3), and KIN585
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.