Exercise Physiology (PhD)
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Program ContactSamuel A. E. Headley, PhD |
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The PhD in Exercise Physiology at Springfield College requires the completion of 68 graduate credits. Graduates of this program are expected to have a comprehensive grasp of Exercise Physiology primarily designed to prepare them to teach a broad range of Exercise Science related courses at the College level. However, in addition to a common core, students have the flexibility to focus on specific areas of the field depending upon their interest. The program is an applied program. The available options include Sports Physiology and Clinical Exercise Physiology as examples.
Students are required to be engaged in professional activities including publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at both regional and national conferences prior to graduation. Dissertations are developed in consultation with knowledgeable faculty sponsors and are expected to yield publishable results.
In addition to required courses in the specialization, you’ll take courses in pedagogical content knowledge and issues in higher education, which are designed to prepare you for entry to a higher education teaching career. You’ll graduate with a deep understanding of the field, as well as how to navigate being a professional in higher education.
Admissions Requirements
Complete the application form. No application fee.
Start your application process by completing the online application form. Be sure to complete your application by submitting all the required materials outlined in this section.
Graduate Admissions Essay
Once your application form is processed you will receive an email with your application portal login credentials. Once you login to your application portal you'll be able to upload your essay.
In two to three double-spaced pages, please describe significant life experiences that have contributed to your interest in your field, your understanding of this field, your occupational objectives, and why you have chosen Springfield College.
Resume
Please include any college activities, out-of-school leadership experiences, work history, and community involvement to support your interest in or qualifications for graduate study. Once your application form is processed you will receive an email with your application portal login credentials. Once you login to your application portal you'll be able to upload your resume.
Letters of Recommendation
This program requires three letters of recommendation. Recommenders will receive an email when you submit your application and will be able to upload your letter to your application.
GRE
This program requires the GRE.
The Springfield College GRE code is 3763.
You will be able to input your scores on your application, but please make sure your official scores are submitted.
Interview
This program requires an interview.
Master's Degree
Completion of a master's degree is required. If your master's degree is in progress and will be completed by the end of your first year of PhD coursework, conditional acceptance may be possible.
Official Transcripts from All Institutions Previously/Currently Attended
- An official transcript from each college/university you have attended is required.
- Transcripts must be in English. If the transcript is not in English you will be required to submit a professional credential evaluation completed by any member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. In some cases, including if you plan to request coursework be transferred, a course-by-course translation is required. For this we recommend the World Education Services or Josef Silny & Associates, Inc.
- In order to be considered official, transcripts must be received directly from the original source, by email to graduate@springfield.edu, or mailed to the college address:
Springfield College
Office of Graduate Admissions
263 Alden Street
Springfield, MA 01109
International Applicants
All international applicants from non-English speaking countries are required, in addition to the items listed above, to submit:
- Proof of English language proficiency by way of the TOEFL or IELTS. Other tests may be accepted on a case-by-case basis. Please refer to our language requirements for more information on acceptable tests, minimum scores, exemptions, and conditional acceptance. If your undergraduate degree was earned in the United States and you successfully completed college-level English, we will consider English language proficiency met.
- Please note: Transcripts must be in English. If the transcript is not in English you will be required to submit a professional credential evaluation completed by any member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). For this we recommend SpanTran, with its customized portal for Springfield College applicants. World Education Services or Josef Silny & Associates, Inc. are also recommended for your credential evaluations.
The staff in the Office of International Admissions can assist you with questions you may have about enrolling at Springfield College as an international student by emailing intladmissions@springfieldcollege.edu.
To submit materials:
After submitting your online application form you will receive user login credentials to access your student application portal. From that portal, you will be able to upload your graduate admissions essay and your resume. Recommenders will receive an email when you submit your application and will be able to upload your letter to your application. In order to be considered official, transcripts must be received directly from the original source, by email to graduate@springfield.edu, or mailed to the college address:
Springfield College
Office of Graduate Admissions
263 Alden Street
Springfield, MA 01109
Curriculum
Exercise Physiology Requirements (22 credits)
- AEXS 602 - Exercise Biochemistry Credits: 3
- AEXS 603 - Cardiopulmonary Exercise Physiology Credits: 3
- AEXS 604 - Neuromuscular Physiology and Exercise Credits: 3
- AEXS 606 - Environmental Physiology Credits: 3
- AEXS 620 - Genetics For Exercise Science Credits: 3
- AEXS 621 - Seminar in Exercise Physiology Credits: 2
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*AEXS 621 must be successfully completed twice.
- AEXS 675 - Graded Exercise Testing and Electrocardiography Credits: 3
B. Related Coursework (34 credits)
- AEXS 622 - Functional Anatomy and Biomechanics Credits: 3
- AEXS 716 - Scholarly Writing Credits: 2
- PHED 710 - Doctoral Seminar Credits: 2
- PHED 715 - Instructional Effectiveness in Higher Education Credits: 3
- PHED 718 - Seminar in Higher Education Credits: 2
- RSCH 620 - Educational and Psychological Statistics I Credits: 3
- RSCH 712 - Dissertation Proposal Design Credits: 2
- RSCH 720 - Educational Psychology Statistics II Credits: 3
- RSCH 735 - Doctoral Dissertation Credits: 1-14
C. Optional Sports Physiology Track (12 credits)
Students will have at least 10 credits of electives depending upon their interest; The following are a listing of recommended courses for students depending upon their area of focus. These are NOT exhaustive lists. The student will select the course of interest in consultation with their academic advisor.
- AEXS 670 - Strength and Conditioning Credits: 3
- AEXS 671 - Strength and Conditioning Applications Credits: 1
- AEXS 678 - Sport Psychology Credits: 3
- AEXS 680 - Advanced Strength and Conditioning Credits: 3
- AEXS 681 - Internship in Strength and Conditioning Credits: 2-6
- AEXS 682 - Strength and Conditioning Fieldwork I Credits: 1
- AEXS 683 - Strength and Conditioning Fieldwork II Credits: 2
D. Optional Clinical Exercise Physiology Track (12 credits)
Students will have at least 10 credits of electives depending upon their interest; The following are a listing of recommended courses for students depending upon their area of focus. These are NOT exhaustive lists. The student will select the course of interest in consultation with their academic advisor.
- AEXS 613 - Exercise for Special Populations Credits: 3
- AEXS 672 - Medical Physiology Credits: 3
- AEXS 695 - Internship in Clinical Exercise Physiology I Credits: 1
- AEXS 696 - Internship in Clinical Exercise Physiology II Credits: 1
- AEXS 697 - Internship in Clinical Exercise Physiology III Credits: 1
- PHTH 650 - Clinical Pharmacology Credits: 3
E. Electives (to total a minimum of 68 credits)
Deadline
Completed applications and all required supporting materials are due by January 15.
Applications received after January 15 will not be considered for fellowships, but may be considered for entry to the program depending upon available space in the program.
