Exercise Science - MS
The mission of the GW Master of Science (MS) in Exercise Science program is to provide graduate-level academic instruction in the science, theory, and application of exercise science, for the purpose of improving human health, athletic performance, and the prevention of inactivity-related chronic health conditions and disorders. Our scholars will be rigorously trained in the methodology of exercise research and innovative thinking to advance knowledge that can be translated into real-world health applications.
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- Core Requirements
EXNS 6202 | Advanced Exercise Physiology I (3 credits)
EXNS 6203 | Advanced Exercise Physiology II (3 credits)
EXNS 6204 | Biostatistical Methods & Research Design (3 credits)
EXNS 6207 | Psychological Aspects of Sport & Exercise (3 credits)
EXNS 6810 | Advanced Metabolism (3 credits)
EXNS 8108 | Laboratory Techniques in Human Physiology (2 credits)
PUBH 6080 | Pathways to Public Health (0 credits)**PUBH 6080 - Find FAQs on the Advising page here.
CORE TOTAL: 17 CREDITS
- Electives
Students must complete 13-16 credits of approved elective coursework. See program guide for most up-to-date course listings.
ELECTIVE TOTALS: 13-16 CREDITS
- Culminating Experience
Students choose ONE of the following as a culminating experience (CE):
EXNS 6998 | Thesis Research (6 credits)
or
EXNS 6233 | Graduate Internship (3 credits)**includes the completion of a written comprehensive exam
CE TOTAL: 3-6 CREDITS
- Non-Academic Requirements
Professional Enhancement
Students in SPH degree programs must participate in eight hours of Professional Enhancement. These activities may be Public Health-related lectures, seminars, or symposia related to your field of study.
Professional Enhancement activities supplement the rigorous academic curriculum of the SPH degree programs and help prepare students to participate actively in the professional community. You can learn more about opportunities for Professional Enhancement via the Milken Institute School of Public Health Listserv, through departmental communications, or by speaking with your advisor.
Students must submit a completed Professional Enhancement Form to the student records department gwsphrecords
gwu [dot] edu (gwsphrecords[at]gwu[dot]edu).Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Training
All students are required to complete the Basic CITI training module in Social and Behavioral Research prior to beginning the practicum. This online training module for Social and Behavioral Researchers will help new students demonstrate and maintain sufficient knowledge of the ethical principles and regulatory requirements for protecting human subjects - key for any public health research.
Academic Integrity Quiz
All Milken Institute School of Public Health students are required to review the University’s Code of Academic Integrity and complete the GW Academic Integrity Activity. This activity must be completed within 2 weeks of matriculation. Information on GWSPH Academic Integrity requirements can be found here.
Students must submit a completed Professional Enhancement Form to the Office of Student Records.
Remember to submit your documentation of eight hours of Professional Enhancement before you apply to graduate.
- Program Guides
Past Program Guide
Students in the MS in Exercise Science program should refer to the guide from the year in which they matriculated into the program. For the current program guide, click the "PROGRAM GUIDE" button above.
There are numerous opportunities for MS in Exercise Science program graduates as new health initiatives are developed and tested. MS in Exercise Science graduates are in high demand at private health agencies and foundations, non-profit research centers, college-level athletics programs, and educational institutions. Graduates with an MS in Exercise Science degree find careers in teaching, research, and coaching.
Students pursuing an MS in Exercise Science have access to a world-class faculty with relevant expertise and diverse experience in research, governmental, clinical, practical, and educational settings. The many areas of interest and research experience for professors and lecturers in the Exercise and Nutrition Sciences department include pathophysiology, chronic disease prevention, program design and evaluation, research methods, design theory, and policy advocacy.
All Milken Institute School of Public Health (SPH) Master of Science (MS) in Exercise Science students are required to have completed a Bachelor of Science in a relevant field. Prospective students who completed a Bachelor of Arts and wish to enter the MS in Exercise Science program must demonstrate appropriate undergraduate coursework in biological sciences.