Sport and Recreation Studies (M.S.)

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Program Coordinator/Contact
Matthew Vukovich, Department Head
Department of Health and Nutritional Sciences
Intramural Building 116, Box 2203
605-688-4668
E-mail: matt.vukovich@sdstate.edu
www.sdstate.edu/hns/graduate-programs/ms-sport

Program Information
The Sport and Recreation Studies program is designed to prepare students for careers in sport and recreation administration and/or to improve their knowledge and expertise as coaches and teachers in leadership positions. The goals of the program are to provide students with knowledge and experiences which improve the depth and breadth of professional competency, enhance written and oral communication, promote an appreciation for the ways research can inform practice and/or prepare them for advanced study at the doctorate level.

Course Delivery Format
The program consists of lecture and experiential learning opportunities.

Student Support and Engagement Opportunities
The Department of Health and Nutritional Sciences aims to provide premier academic programs and high-quality services to students. A limited number of research and teaching assistantships and scholarships may be available to qualified graduate students.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Master of Science	Option A - Thesis	30 Credit Hours
	Option B - Research/Design Paper	32 Credit Hours
	Option C - Coursework Only	35 Credit Hours

Core Requirements

EDFN 727 - Group Processes Credits: 3
HNS 783 - Research Methods in Health and Nutritional Sciences Credits: 3
PE 732 - Analyses and Strategies of Teaching and Supervision of PE and Sports Credits: 3
PE 742 - Psychological Aspects of Sport and Exercise Credits: 3
PE 770 - Sport/Recreation Administration and Marketing Credits: 3
PE 771 - Current Trends in HPER and Athletics Credits: 3
PE 772 - Financial Aspects of Sport Management Credits: 3
RECR 515 - Recreation and Sport Facility Management Credits: 3
or PE 705 - Sports Medicine Credits: 2

Select one of the following options

Option A - Thesis

HNS 798 - Thesis Credits: 1-7 (5 credits required)
Electives: 1-2

Option B - Research/Design Paper

HNS 788 - Master’s Research Problems/Projects Credits: 1-7 (3 credits required)
Electives: 5-6

Option C - Coursework Only

Electives: 11-12

Total Required Credits: 30 (Option A), 32 (Option B), 35 (Option C)

Additional Admission Requirements

GRE: Not required
TOEFL: required score of 550 paper-based, 79-80 Internet-based
IELTS: 6.0

General Requirements

Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate work.

For additional information refer to the Master’s Degree Requirements .