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Dec 09, 2024
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2015-2016 Graduate Studies Bulletin [Archived Catalog]
Physical Education, Ph.D.
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The doctoral program in physical education is designed to prepare individuals for academic positions in departments of physical education and/or kinesiology at universities and colleges. Concentrations are offered in physical education pedagogy and motor behavior. Individuals who complete the doctoral program should be prepared to assume leadership roles in physical education teacher education or motor behavior. This document provides information about the expectations for doctoral study, sample programs of study, and other required experiences for doctoral degree in physical education.
In addition to completing the Graduate School’s application, individuals applying for admission for the doctoral program in physical education must submit the following information:
- a sample of expository writing to include future goals and specific research interests
- a current curriculum vitae.
Applicants recently accepted for admission scored a minimum of 146 verbal and 140 quantitative scores on the GRE, had acceptable undergraduate and graduate grade point averages, had positive letters of recommendation, and demonstrated competence in English. Most applicants had prior professional experience and visited with faculty on the Columbia campus prior to admission and/or enrollment.
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Degree Requirements (60 Post Masters Hours)
1. Total hours required:
Minimum of 60 hours beyond the master’s degree; the degree must be completed in six years. 2. Qualifying assessment:
Written and oral assessment that must be successfully completed prior to the completion of 18 hours of 700- and 800-level course work.
3. Required course work:
Students are expected to complete a minimum of 60 credits beyond the masters degree. The program of study committee may decide that more than 60 credits are necessary for an individual student to meet minimal expectations based on prior experiences and future professional goals. There are at least five categories within which students will complete courses to successfully receive a Ph.D.
These five areas include the following:
(l) courses in the Department ofPhysical Education and Athletic Training;
(2) Research Methods;
(3) Cognate;
(4) Research Practica.
(5) Dissertation
All doctoral students follow a similar template for selection of required course work with a focus on either physical education pedagogy or motor behavior. This template is presented below. Specific programs of study are determined by the program of study committee.
Physical Education Program Content (Select 15-18 Hours from content below)
Research Methods (15 Hours)
Select 15 hours from the following courses. Research Practica (6 Hours)
4. Foreign language:
Students are required to meet competency in a foreign language or in computer and/or technology skills. 5. Comprehensive Exam:
Students are required to successfully complete a written comprehensive examination and an oral examination.
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