Master of Science in Sport Science

Program Overview

The Master of Science degree in Sport Science is designed to meet the needs students of from non-teaching professions, as well as from the teaching profession.  The program is discipline specific with provision for students to choose from among four different academic tracks: Sport Management, Exercise Science, Aquatics Administration/Facilities Management, and Sport Studies.  According to their selected program of study, students are prepared for a variety of competitive employment opportunities including management and administration of sport/athletic programs, corporate and community health and fitness facilities, hospital/medical based exercise programs, and recreation programs in both school and community settings.   Students may select either a thesis (30 s.h.) or non-thesis (36 s.h.) program of study.  Completion of a professional internship is strongly recommended for students choosing the non-thesis option.          Core Courses         Track Requirements Click here to go to the IUP Graduate School Admissions page. Questions regarding the specific HPED programs should be directed to Dr. Madeline Bayles, Coordinator of Graduate Studies.