Master of Arts in Exercise Science and Physical Education

Chairperson
Dr. Susana Juniu

The graduate program in Exercise Science and Physical Education provides students the opportunity to pursue advanced study in the general field of exercise science and physical education, and to enhance proficiency in an area of concentration. Concentrations are offered in Exercise Science, Sports Administration and Coaching, and Teaching and Supervision in Physical Education. The program is designed to develop and augment competencies necessary for teaching in school programs, coaching of athletics, conducting individualized exercise programs, administration of physical education and/or athletics, and administration of specialized exercise programs in a non-school setting.

Both theoretical and practical approaches are emphasized throughout the program. In addition to coursework in an area of concentration, all students complete a core of required courses to develop competency in evaluating and interpreting research. Within the core, students are given an option of conducting an applied project, a formal research project or completing an internship. In addition, up to 9 semester hours of electives are available to provide students with an opportunity to explore other areas or take courses to satisfy state requirements for the Supervisory Certificate. Many of the courses in this program are offered in a hybrid format in which some of the class meetings take place in the classroom while the remaining class sessions are conducted online.

Facilities for learning activities and research in motor learning, biomechanics, and exercise physiology are provided in the state of the art Human Performance Laboratory and the Physical Education Activity Laboratory. These facilities are available for class work and independent research by students and faculty.

The Department of Exercise Science and Physical Education is a member of the Panzer School Council and is administered by the College of Education and Human Services. The Master of Arts degree with a major in Physical Education has been offered at Montclair State since 1964.

TO APPLY TO THIS PROGRAM, PLEASE VISIT http://www.montclair.edu/graduate/prospective/app.shtml