The mission of the M.S. in Kinesiology Program is to promote the study of health/fitness/ wellness, sport administration, pedagogy, and exercise science through teaching, research, and service in health and kinesiology. The Program seeks to advance the kinesiology disciplines through the discovery and dispersion of human movement-related knowledge. A critical aspect of these efforts is to provide students with the knowledge and skills for advanced study or careers in the health- and kinesiology-related fields, and develop graduates who are strong in character and lifelong learners. This concentration is offered in a traditional format where some face-to-face courses are required. This specialized degree plan is chosen by students wanting to focus their studies in the health and exercise sciences. The degree may be pursued under a 36-credit hour course only option, a 36-credit hour option requiring a research project or internship, or 30-credit hour option requiring a thesis.