Course Overview!

Ball State University's Master of Science in Exercise Physiology is a research-intensive program designed for students with a strong background in the basic sciences, particularly chemistry and biology. The curriculum provides a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of exercise physiology, preparing students for doctoral studies or advanced careers in the field. Students develop crucial laboratory skills using HPL instrumentation, learn research design and hypothesis development, and hone their skills in data collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation. The program emphasizes critical thinking and includes a thesis component contributing new knowledge to the field. Students work in state-of-the-art labs alongside leading faculty researchers, gaining valuable hands-on experience.

Course Structure

The Master's in Exercise Physiology curriculum consists of a series of core and advanced courses focused on physiology, exercise science, and research methodologies. The program's structure is research-intensive, and the culmination of the program is a thesis project. Specific class details are not provided, but advanced coursework covers in-depth topics within exercise physiology. Students also gain practical experience through research projects in the university's state-of-the-art Human Performance Laboratory and Integrative Exercise Physiology Laboratory. The program is structured to advance students' expertise and contribute original research to the field. This culminates in the thesis, a significant research contribution to the field. The program emphasizes hands-on experience, working alongside renowned faculty within advanced laboratory settings.