Core Phase Courses for the MS in Sports Studies Degree Program
HHP 500. Advanced Exercise Testing
HHP 510. Sport Psychology
HHP 533. Risk Management and Injury Prevention
HHP 537. Advanced Exercise Physiology
HHP 540. Sports Nutrition
HHP 550. Research Methods and Statistics in Physical Activity
HHP 560. West Virginia Sport History
Advanced Phase for the MS in Sports Studies Degree Program:
HHP 610. Tactical Strength and Conditioning
HHP 620. Essentials of Strength and Conditioning
HHP 630. Strength and Conditioning
HHP 650. Internship in Sport Studies (6 Credit Hours)
The WVSU Sports Studies Program will be committed to admitting students on a competitive basis. The applicants will be evaluated by a submitted portfolio containing the following criteria:
1. Academic Record
a. An undergraduate degree in Sports Studies or a related field
b. GPA – a minimum overall GPA of 2.5 on a 4 point scale for all undergraduate work from accredited institution(s) with an MAT score of 350 or
i. GPA of 2.4 and MAT score of 360 or
ii. GPA of 2.3 and MAT score of 370 or
iii. Exceptional expertise in the field of coaching/fitness/health/strength and conditioning as demonstrated through an interview with the Graduate Studies Committee.
c. Successful TOEFL scores for those whose native language is not English.
2. Resume/CV documenting successful professional experiences, commitment to community service and professional development.
3. A personal statement indicating the applicant’s aspirations and reasons for pursuing the Master of Science in Sports Studies at WVSU.
4. Two letters of recommendation attesting to the candidate’s professional and/or personal qualities.