Human Performance (MS8090)
The Human Performance program will focus on engagement, practicum, and internship opportunities in performance coaching and analytics that will prepare you to be a competitive human performance practitioner. Regular interactions with athletes and coaches will allow you to gain an understanding of the day-to-day operations in the field as well as network with professionals who are connected to the industry.
Sample Course Sequence
Year 1, Semester 1 (fall)
EXPH 5140 Physiology of Exercise (3)
EXPH 5150 Testing and Monitoring I (3)
EXPH 5999 Research Seminar (1)
EXPH 6920 Practicum (1)
EXPH 6080 Research Methods (4)
Year 1, Semester 2 (spring)
EXPH 5145 Physiology of Exercise Lab (2)
EXPH 6150 Testing and Monitoring II (3)
NUTR 6600 Nutrition for Sport and Fitness (3)
EXPH 6600 Advanced Biomechanics (3)
EXPH 6920 Practicum (1)
Year 2, Semester 3 (fall)
EXPH 6560 Advanced Physiology of Exercise (3)
EXPH 6570 Advanced Physiology of Exercise Lab (1)
EXPH 5900 Special Topics in Exercise Physiology (3)
EXPH 6920 Practicum (2)
COED 6110 Foundations of Coaching I (3)
Year 2, Semester 2 (spring)
EXPH 6910 Internship (1)
Elective Courses
As this program has evolved, the program of study has become fixed. There may be opportunities to substitute some courses upon approval by the graduate faculty. Graduates of Ohio University may substitute alternative electives to expand your professional preparation.
Culminating Experience
Human Performance students must successfully complete either a thesis/report with oral defense, a comprehensive exam, or a research project with an oral defense (usually a refereed poster presentation for the OU Research Expo, ACSM, or NSCA).