Recreation and Sport Sciences
Graduate Athletic Training Courses
Graduate Physical Education and Sport Sciences Courses
Graduate Recreation Studies Courses
Graduate Sports Administration and Facility Management Courses
The School of Recreation and Sport Sciences, https://www.ohio.edu/rsps/ , offers master's degrees in three programs: Recreation and Sport Sciences, Physiology of Exercise, and Sports Administration. The Master of Science in Recreation and Sport Sciences offers concentrations in athletic training education, coaching education, physical education pedagogy, recreation studies, and sport physiology and adult fitness. The school also offers programs leading to the Master of Science in Physiology of Exercise (M.S.) and the Master of Sports Administration (M.S.A.). The school, in cooperation with the College of Business, also offers a dual Master of Business Administration and Master of Sports Administration (M.B.A./M.S.A.) program.
The school offers a unique "summers only" master's program, which allows public school teachers and others with a flexible summer schedule to complete the requirements for a master's degree in physical education pedagogy or athletic administration in three consecutive summer sessions. Coursework is presented on a three-year cycle that requires consecutive attendance.
The maximum time allowed between the date that you first initiate graduate study toward a master's degree option and the date that you complete the requirements for the degree is six calendar years. Full-time students can typically complete the coaching education, physical education pedagogy, and recreation studies concentrations in one academic year; the athletic training education, sports administration and facility management, and sport physiology and adult fitness concentrations in 12 months (including internship). The physiology of exercise and sports administration/business administration (dual degree) programs can be completed in two academic years.
You may transfer a maximum of 12 quarter hours of graduate credit from an accredited university, providing the credit to be transferred has been designated graduate credit at the institution where taken, is letter graded B or better, was earned in the past five years, and is approved by the graduate coordinator. Credit for courses taken by correspondence cannot be accepted toward meeting the required minimum hours.
Master of Science in Recreation and Sport Sciences
(Concentrations in athletic training education, coaching education, physical education pedagogy, recreation studies, and sport physiology and adult fitness.)
Eligibility to Apply
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for unconditional admission to the School of Recreation and Sport Sciences graduate concentrations in athletic training education, coaching education, physical education pedagogy, recreation studies, and sport physiology and adult fitness:
- Earned bachelor's degree in physical education, sport sciences or recreation or an area related to your selected area of study from an accredited college or university. (If your bachelor's degree is not in physical education, sport sciences, or recreation, you may be admitted conditionally for summer. To be admitted unconditionally for fall, you must complete a professional readings course during the summer session.
Students who wish to pursue the physical education pedagogy concen-tration must possess teaching certifi-cation or licensure from an accredited undergraduate program.
- Minimum overall undergraduate grade-point average (g.p.a.) of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale on last 90 quarter hours or last 60 semester hours
- Satisfactory Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores.
Application
The following materials must be received before your application can be considered for admission:
- Application found in back of this catalog (in duplicate) or from the Web page, https://www.ohio.edu/graduate/apps.htm .
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores.
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution attended. (You do not need to submit transcripts of coursework completed at Ohio University.)
- A two-page typed biography that includes information about your background and experiences and how they relate to your future career goals.
- A resume of your professional work experience.
- Three letters of recommendation using the forms found in the back of this catalog. At least one of your references must be an individual who can attest to your qualifications in your chosen field and one from an academic faculty member who can support your ability to produce successful academic work at the graduate level. Please be certain to identify intended concentration prior to giving it to the individual providing the reference.
Submit your completed application, GRE scores, transcripts, and application fee to the Office of Graduate Student Services, Ohio University, Wilson Hall, Athens OH 45701-2979.
The biography, resume and letters of recommendation should be sent directly to the graduate coordinator, School of Recreation and Sport Sciences, Ohio University, Grover Center E160, Athens OH 45701-2979.
Note:If you are applying to the athletic training education concentration, an on-campus interview at your expense is required. Since all accepted students participate in a partnership program to provide athletic training services at affiliate sites such as high schools, colleges or clinics, it is necessary to match qualifications with site needs.
Applications for admission are accepted during all quarters. All applications for both admission and financial aid for the next academic year must be received by March 1 unless indicated differently. Applicants to the athletic training education program must apply by February 1. International students must also present TOEFL scores (minimum of 575 for consideration) and apply by February 1. Students applying for admission other than fall quarter must complete the application process by November 1 for winter quarter and February 1 for spring quarter.
For the "summers only" option, all application materials must be received by June 1.
Financial assistance, such as assistantships, are available. Information regarding graduate assistantships can be found on the school's Web page, https://www.ohio.edu/rsps/
Program Requirements
Requirements for each option vary depending on whether you select the thesis or nonthesis option. The thesis option requires 45 quarter hours of coursework, which includes six hours dedicated to the completion of the thesis. The nonthesis option requires a minimum of 50 quarter hours of coursework. If you select the non-thesis option, you are required to complete a capstone outcome assessment, such as a final project, written, oral and/or practical comprehensive examinations or professional portfolio. Programs of study are planned with your academic advisor, taking into consideration your undergraduate preparation and professional goals.
Athletic Training Education
The athletic training education program requires a summer admission with four consecutive quarter assignments to complete the degree. Partnership assignments begin during the second summer term; thus, if you are accepted, you must be NATA-certified by your August assignment start date. Tuition scholarships and stipends are available to qualified students.
Concentration requirements are:
- PESS 609 Statistics for Sport Sciences (4)
- RSAT 605 Muscle Testing and Function (4)
- RSAT 610 Orthopedic Assessment (4)
- RSAT 620 Therapeutic Exercise (4)
- RSAT 625 Therapeutic Modalities (4)
- RSAT 630 Injury Prevention Techniques (3)
- RSAT 635 Seminar in Sports Medicine Problems (3)
- RSAT 640 Administrative Aspects of Sports Medicine (3)
- RSAT 645 Emergency Management of Athletic Trauma (3)
- RSAT 650 Practicum (1-5)
- RSAT 691 Seminar (4)
In addition, you must complete 1,000 clinical hours, which are built into the program.
Coaching EducationThe coaching education concentration is designed to provide you with course work and appropriate experiences that prepare one to coach at any level; youth sports, interscholastic or intercollegiate athletics. An undergraduate major in physical education or closely related field is strongly recommended. Current certification in First Aid and CPR, prior to the start of classes, for all students admitted into this concentration is required.
Concentration requirements are:
- PESS 606 Organization & Administration of Physical Education & Sport (5)
- PESS 609 Statistics in Sport Sciences (4)
- PESS 612 Applied Biomechanics (4) or
- PESS 640 Analysis of Performance in Sports (3)
- PESS 624 Risk Management in Athletics (3)
- PESS 630 Foundations of Coaching (3)
- PESS 650 Practicum (1-5)
- PESS 655 Psychology of Coaching (3)
- PESS 688 Contemporary Issues in Sport Sciences (4)
- PESS 691 Seminar (4)
Physical Education Pedagogy
The physical education pedagogy curriculum is developed to improve teaching abilities and effectiveness with a focus on K-12 school- and collegiate-based physical education programs. Numerous projects and field-based teaching opporunities are featured each quarter. The program serves both experienced and inexperienced teachers; an undergraduate physical education degree is strongly recommended. You also have the opportunity to pursue coursework specific to coaching interscholastic, collegiate, and youth-oriented sports.
Concentration requirements are:
- PESS 504 History and Principles of Physical Education (4)
- PESS 606 Organization and Administration of Physical Education and Sport (5)
- PESS 609 Statistics for Sport Sciences (4)
- PESS 610 Curriculum in Physical Education (4)
- PESS 612 Applied Biomechanics of Sport and Physical Activity (4)
- PESS 624 Risk Management (2)
- PESS 640 Analyzing Performance in Physical Education (3)
- PESS 642 Ethics in Sports (3)
- PESS 650 Practicum (1-5)
- PESS 691 Research Seminar (4)
The recreation studies concentration is designed to provide a comprehensive program that includes appropriate coursework and practical experiences in recreation. The program prepares you for a multitude of employment opportunities in the recreation profession.
Concentration requirements are:
- PESS 609 Statistics for Sport Sciences (4)
- REC 601 Contemporary Issues (4)
- REC 649 Administration of Community Recreation (4)
- REC 650 Practicum (5)
- REC 675 Adventure Programming (3)
- REC 691 Research Seminar (4)
- SAFM 670 Financial Administration of Sport Facilities and Programs (4)
The sport physiology and adult fitness concentration is designed to prepare students to work as preventative and rehabilitative specialists (as certified by the American College of Sports Medicine [ACSM]) in a variety of settings including corporate fitness programs, wellness centers, fitness clubs, universities, and clinical sites. Completion of the concentration requires at least one year including an internship (minimum 400 hours) after three quarters of coursework. Candidates for the Master of Science in Recreation and Sport Sciences degree are not required to write a thesis; however, graduation is contingent upon successful completion of comprehensive and practical examinations.
Comprehensive exams are scheduled at the completion of three quarters of academic study. The exams include three written exams (over areas of sport physiology, cardiovascular physiology, and EKG interpretation), as well as three practical exams over laboratory skills learned throughout the year.
Concentration requirements are:
- HCFN 660 Sport and Fitness Nutrition (4)
- PESS 514 Physiology of Exercise (4)
- PESS 515 Physiology of Exercise Lab (4)
- PESS 609 Statistics for Sport Sciences (4)
- PESS 616 Sports Physiology and Adult Fitness (4)
- PESS 617 Exercise Prescription (3)
- PESS 652 Advanced Laboratory Techniques (3)
- PESS 658 Cardiovascular Evaluation (4)
- PESS 661 Internship (5-15)
- PESS 691 Research Seminar (4)
Master of Science in Physiology of Exercise
The Master of Science in Physiology of Exercise is a two-year program that requires the completion of a master's thesis. A strong background in biological sciences, including organic chemistry, physics, calculus, human anatomy, and human physiology, is recommended. Generally, the second year of graduate study involves primarily thesis research and writing supplemented by necessary required courses and some electives.Eligibility to Apply
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for unconditional admission to the School of Recreation and Sciences graduate program in exercise physiology:
- Earned bachelor's degree in physical education, sport sciences, or an area related to your selected area of study from an accredited college or university
- Minimum overall undergraduate grade-point average (g.p.a.) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale on last 90 quarter hours or last 60 semester hours
- Satisfactory Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores.
If you do not meet the above standards, you may be admitted on a conditional basis and informed of the conditions you must meet before being accepted unconditionally. These courses may or may not apply toward your degree. If you are admitted on a conditional basis, you are not eligible for financial assistance.
Application
The following materials must be received before your application can be considered for admission:
- Application found in the back of this catalog (submitted in duplicate).
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores.
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution attended. (You do not need to submit transcripts of coursework completed at Ohio University.)
- A two-page typed biography that includes information about your background and experiences and how they relate to your career goals.
- A resume of your professional work experience.
- Three letters of recommendation. At least one of your references must be an individual who can attest to your qualifications in your chosen field and one from an academic faculty member who can support your ability to produce successful academic work at the graduate level.
Submit your completed application packet to the Office of Graduate Student Services, Ohio University, Wilson Hall, Athens OH 45701-2979.
The biography, resume, and letters of recommendation should be sent directly to the graduate coordinator, School of Recreation and Sport Sciences, Ohio University, Grover Center E160, Athens OH 45701-2979.
While applications for admission are accepted during all quarters, it is required that all applications for both admission and financial aid for the next academic year be received by March 1 unless indicated differently. Students applying for admission other than fall quarter must complete the application process by November 1 for winter quarter and February 1 for spring quarter. International students must also present TOEFL scores (minimum of 575 for consideration).
Financial assistance, such as assistantships, are available. Information regarding assistantships can be found on the school's Web page ( https://www.ohio.edu/rsps/ .
Program Requirements
Required courses in physiology of exercise are:
- PESS 514 Physiology of Exercise (4)
- PESS 515 Physiology of Exercise Lab (3)
- PESS 658 Cardiovascular Evaluation (4)
- PESS 691 Research Seminar (4)
- PESS 695 Thesis (6)
- BIOS 563 Cell Chemistry (4) or CHEM 589 Basic Biochemistry (5) or CHEM 591, 592 Intro to Biochemistry (8)
- BIOS 654 Physiology of Work and Fatigue (3)
- BIOS 670 Biostatistics I (5) or EDRE 720 Educational Statistics (5) or ISE 504 Applied Engineering Statistics (3) or PESS 609 Statistics for Sport Sciences (4)
- BIOS 542 Principles of Physiology I (3)
- BIOS 543 Principles of Physiology II (3)
Master of Sports Administration
Combining classroom and practical learning, the Ohio University Sports Administration & Facility Management (SAFM) program prepares students for leadership positions in the sport and entertainment industries. The Sports Administration & Facility Management program offers three degree options. The M.B.A./M.S.A. degree is a 22-month (seven quarter) program leading to dual degrees: Master of Business Administration and Master of Sports Administration. The Master of Sports Administration (M.S.A.) degree is a 12-month (four quarter) program. The J.D./M.S.A. option is a joint degree program with the Capital University Law and Graduate Center leading to a Juris Doctorate from Capital University (Columbus, Ohio) and a Master of Sports Administration from Ohio University.
While an undergraduate major in business is desirable, it is not mandatory. Work experience and participation in sport/entertainment-related positions are advantageous to being admitted into this highly selective program.
Master of Business Administration/Master of Sports Administration (M.B.A./M.S.A.) (limited enrollment) Program of Study
Ohio University's M.B.A./M.S.A. program is a 22-month, 115 quarter hour program. The full-time M.B.A. program is a lock-step 72-credit hour, four academic quarter intensive learning program. The program begins on September 1 and ends the following August. Students who are admitted to the program without an undergraduate background in business must begin their M.B.A. study in mid-June with an intensive 10-week prerequisite program. Twelve of the 72 hours will satisfy the requirements of both the M.B.A./M.S.A. programs.
Students enrolled in the M.B.A./M.S.A. dual degree program will use their 12 specialization credits to focus on sports/entertainment management, and the fourth quarter (summer) to do their M.B.A./M.S.A. internship.
The M.S.A. program requires the completion of 55-credit hours, of which 12 will have been earned while working on the M.B.A. The M.S.A. curriculum is interdisciplinary, allowing students to concentrate in areas related to communication, finance, higher education, journalism, management, and/or marketing. The M.B.A. program is fully accredited by the American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business. Additional information on the Ohio University Master of Business Administration can be found in the College of Business section of this catalog. New enrollment in the M.B.A./M.S.A. dual-degree program is limited to 25 students per year. For more information contact the College of Business at https://www.cob.ohiou.edu/www/grad/mba.html
Master of Sports Administration (M.S.A.) Program of Study (limited enrollment)
Prospective students with previous graduate degrees in law or business, or international students, may be considered for the one-year M.S.A. program. The M.S.A. program requires the completion of 55 credit hours-50 hours earned in at least three academic quarters of residence at Ohio University followed by a 5-hour internship. Enrollment in the one-year M.S.A. program is limited to ten students per year.
While each student's M.S.A. curriculum is unique, most concentrate on communications, higher education, journalism, management, marketing, and/or facility management. The internship lasts from three months to a year and may include such areas as public relations, promotions, fund raising, ticket sales, event operations, sports information, and business management. Internship opportunities have been provided by more than 400 different organizations throughout the world, including professional teams, corporate services, sports facilities, arenas, and collegiate programs.
Juris Doctorate/Master of Sports Administration (J.D./M.S.A.) Program of Study
With increasing frequency, sports administration and facility management professionals are faced with a wide variety of legal issues. The combination of a law degree and an M.S.A. can provide graduates with further flexibility in pursuing career opportunities. Ohio University's Sports Administration & Facility Management Program and the Capital University Law and Graduate Center, located in Columbus, Ohio, have created a joint degree program that allows students to enroll cooperatively in both programs and complete both degrees with a reduction in total credit hours. To qualify, you must apply and be admitted to both programs, and both institutions must approve your proposed curriculum. Admitted students normally enroll first at Capital University Law and Graduate Center and then transfer to Ohio University following the fall semester of their third year. For more information, contact Capital University Law and Graduate Center at https://www.law.capital.edu/
Eligibility to Apply
You must meet the following requirements for eligibility and consideration for unconditional admission to the School of Recreation and Sciences graduate program in sports administration and facility management:
- Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Minimum overall undergraduate grade-point average (g.p.a.) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale on last 90 quarter hours or last 60 semester hours.
- 3 Satisfactory scores on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), or Law School Admissions Test (LSAT).
Application
The following materials must be received before you can be considered for admission:- Application found in back of this catalog (in duplicate).
- Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), or Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) scores. If you are applying as part of the joint degree program with Capital Law School, you may submit LSAT scores; otherwise you must submit GMAT scores.
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution attended. (You do not need to submit transcripts of coursework completed at Ohio University.)
- A two-three page typed statement of professional goals that includes information about your background and experiences and how they relate to your future career goals.
The statement should include a discussion of:
-your two most substantial accomplishments and why you view them as such
-a leadership situation in which you were involved and what you learned from the experience, and
-an ethical dilemma you have experienced and how you handled the situation
- A resume of your professional work experience.
- Three letters of recommendation using the forms found in the back of this catalog. At least one of your references must be an individual who can attest to your qualifications in your chosen field and one from an academic faculty member who can support your ability to produce successful academic work at the graduate level.
Send your completed application; GMAT, or LSAT scores; application fee; and transcripts to the Office of Graduate Student Services, Ohio University, Wilson Hall, Athens OH 45701-2979.
The biography, resume and letters of recommendation should be sent directly to the graduate coordinator, School of Recreation and Sport Sciences, Ohio University, Grover Center E160, Athens, OH 45701-2979.
Application Deadline
Students are admitted for fall quarter only and must complete the application process by February 1. The final phase of the admissions process involves an on-campus interview at your expense. You will be notified of your selection for an interview and the scheduled date once all items listed above have been received.
International students are admitted for summer quarter only. You must complete the application process by February 1, including the presentation of your TOEFL scores (minimum of 575 for consideration).As enrollment is competitive, preference for international student admissions is given to applicants who are sponsored by sports organizations, colleges or universities, or government agencies. If you are applying from outside North America, you will be interviewed by telephone at your expense and will be notified of the date, time, and telephone number for the interview once all items listed above have been received.
Financial assistance, such as assistantships, are available. Information regarding graduate assistantships can be on the school's web page https://www.ohio.edu/rsps/
Program Requirements for the M.B.S./M.S.A. program:
Concentration requirements are:
BUSL 565 Sports Law (4)
Electives will be determined in consultation with your advisor, based on your specific professional goals.
MBA 601 Core I (14)
MBA 602 Core II (14)
MBA 603 Core III (14)
MBA 604 Internship (14)
SAFM 660 Internship (4)
SAFM 667 Human Resource Management in Sport Organizations (4)
SAFM 691 Seminar (4)
SAFM 693 Seminar in Sports Administration (8) (specified topics for SAFM 693A-Z will vary by year and quarter)Program Requirements for the M.S.A. program:
BUSL 565 Sports Law (4)
SAFM 660 Internship (5)
SAFM 691 Seminar (4)
SAFM 693 Seminar in Sports Administration (4) (specified topics for SAFM 693A-Z will vary by year and quarter)Electives will be determined in consultation with your advisor, based on your specific professional goals.
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