Master of Arts [M.A] [Exercise and Sport Science] From University of North Carolina

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Master of Arts [M.A] (Exercise and Sport Science)

STEM Course

2 years

Full Time

On Campus

Field of Study:

Sports Sciences,

Sciences

₹25.6 L/Yr

$30,826 /Yr

MA in Exercise and Sport Science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is offered as a 2-years program by the Department of Exercise and Sport Science.
This university is ranked #28 in National Universities by US News 2021
It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis only.
The Department of Exercise and Sport Science's graduate program offers a master of arts degree in exercise and sport science.
Applicants to the program must choose between three areas of specialization: athletic training, exercise physiology, and sports administration.
The mission of the Department of Exercise and Sport Science (EXSS) is to discover and promote knowledge of human movement to improve the quality of life.
Its vision is to transform society by developing leaders and translating scientific knowledge into practical applications.
The department prepares individuals to function as scientists, educators, and practitioners.
The program offers a master of arts degree in exercise and sport science with a specialization in one of three areas: athletic training, exercise physiology, and sports administration.
Exercise and Sport Science seeks to provide all students with focused, in-depth knowledge and skills, and an understanding of the challenges facing the areas of athletic training, exercise physiology, and sports administration as well as a global understanding of exercise and sport.
EXSS has an association with numerous other campus and local area units such as Athletics, Emergency Medicine, Orthopedics, the Duke Center for Living, the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, Get Real and Heel, the Meadowmont Wellness Center, Campus Health Services, Carolina Adventures, Campus Recreation, the North Carolina High School Athletic Association, and local public parks and recreation departments.
Students in all three areas of specialization must complete a research thesis, and successfully defend the thesis in a final oral examination on the thesis.
The MA program consists of 30 credits.

Year	1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees	₹2555167 (USD 30826)

Other Expenses

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Housing and Board	₹984899 (USD 11882)
Health Insurance	₹216840 (USD 2616)
Books and supply	₹106928 (USD 1290)
Miscellaneous expenses	₹150860 (USD 1820)
Total Cost	₹1459527 (USD 17608)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in exercise science, kinesiology, physical education, or sports administration/management or equivalent from a recognized institution.
A GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 is required to be eligible for the program.
All applicants must have had a statistics class or other coursework that includes appropriate content and topics in statistical analysis.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Students must complete an undergraduate degree with first-class in a relevant field from a highly ranked university in India.
Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.

Scores Required

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

7.0 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

3.0 / 4

Minimum gpa

GPA

Submission of GRE scores is not required.

Required Document List

The following required documents are:

Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
Three Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
Personal Statement: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.

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Career and Placement after Course

The careers after graduation are:

Sports or Exercise Scientist
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Sports Development Officer
Community Education Officer
Rehabilitation Consultant
Sport and Recreation Officer
Skill Acquisition Specialist

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