Master of Science in Kinesiology & Exercise Science

The MKES program gives you the skills, experience, and connections to lead in sports performance, wellness, rehabilitation, and beyond. Learn from nationally recognized faculty in a supportive, online environment, with opportunities to research, publish, and network with leaders in the field.

Graduates pursue roles as strength and conditioning coaches, wellness directors, researchers, and educators鈥攐r advance to doctoral study. With both research and applied learning pathways, you鈥檒l graduate ready to excel in the lab, on the field, or in the classroom.

Why MKES Students Choose CSM听

  • Small Classes 鈥 Direct access to nationally recognized faculty.
  • Hands-On Learning 鈥 Real-world projects, research, and publication opportunities.
  • Flexible Options 鈥 Thesis or project/internship pathway.
  • Career Connections 鈥 Build your network in sports performance, wellness, and health.
  • Supportive Community 鈥 A mission-driven environment focused on your success.

Degree Offered & Overview

Degree Offered & Overview

Graduate Degree Offered

Program Details

Program Details

Start Date: Fall
Program Length: 1-2 Years
Class Size: 20 students per cohort

Career Outlook

Career Outlook

Fitness & Wellness Coordinators

The corporate wellness trend is experiencing a significant resurgence in the industry. Organizations are enlisting individuals with degrees who can conduct effective fitness sessions, both in group settings and one-on-one, directly at the workplace. A trend in senior fitness is occurring due to our population living longer, and exercise professionals who can create functional movement classes and assist with improving daily living activities through strength and flexibility concepts are needed. This has led to a demand for fitness experts capable of designing functional movement programs that enhance daily activities by focusing on strength and flexibility.

Strength & Conditioning Specialists

Enhancing sports performance isn鈥檛 limited to pro athletes anymore. The wider population seeks trends beyond what is offered in a regular gym. The concept of training like a professional athlete or making safe but proper athletic goals is now important besides becoming healthier or fitter. Private and professional groups offer sport-specific training, once reserved for elites. This spans teams, colleges, schools, and more, creating varied career paths. About 90% of these roles need a Kinesiology degree and a Strength & Conditioning certification from associations like the National Strength & Conditioning Association or the Collegiate Strength Coaches Association. 含羞草视频 will prepare students for this profession and offer certification exams at the end of their studies.

Higher Education (Coaching and/or teaching)

Teaching at 2- or 4-year institutions requires a graduate degree. These jobs are available nationwide, with 4-year institutions requiring a terminal degree. Coaching at this level demands a graduate degree, preferably Kinesiology. Community colleges will require the ability to coach a sport and teach fitness classes. The 4-year institutions prioritize research agendas. The 含羞草视频 program will provide a sound foundation for promoting this career.

Clinical professions

Physical therapists, occupational therapists, physician听assistants, or chiropractors help injured or ill people improve their movement and manage their pain. These clinical professionals are often an important part of the rehabilitation, treatment, and prevention of patients with chronic conditions, illnesses, or injuries. Many of these clinicians major in Kinesiology & Exercise Science before moving on to graduate programs. Having a background in movement science has provided positive foundation for these professionals.

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Graduate Student Earns Valuable Research Experience

The research component of the program appealed to Ethan, he envisioned himself actively engaging in this aspect of the program.

CSM鈥檚 Master of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science offers two types of concentrations 鈥 research-based thesis and graduate-level internship. The coursework emphasizes practical application to human movement and developing skills to apply to future career opportunities, and the curriculum helps students develop the skills needed to understand and interpret data involved in exercise science research.

鈥淒r. Shim explained to me how I can use kinesiology and my experience in speech and language pathology to do my own research,鈥 Ethan听said.

Read More About Ethan's Experience at CSM