Master of Science in Exercise Science | HBKU

The Master of Science (MS) in Exercise Science is a joint degree program with the top ranked exercise science program in the United States, the Arnold School of Public Health at the University of South Carolina (UofSC).

Capitalizing on the recognized strengths of the UofSC program, the MS in Exercise Science will establish a topranked educational and research degree program in exercise science within Qatar and the MENA region. The program aligns with the objectives of the Qatar National Vision 2030, aiming to promote healthy lifestyles and enhance the health and welfare of the people of Qatar.

The MS in Exercise Science program is the first and only graduate program in exercise science in Qatar.

لغة التدريس

English

مدة البرنامج

2 Years

الشهادة

Masters

The MS in Exercise Science program offers an advanced understanding of how the body responds and adapts to the physical stress of exercise, and how to identify and modify behaviors and environments to optimize health and performance.

Students within the program will receive knowledge and thesis research opportunities in:

  • Applied Physiology
  • Biomechanics and Motor Control
  • Health Aspects of Physical Activity

A 33-credit program taught over two years, that includes:

  • Five foundational core courses
  • A minimum of four elective courses
  • Research thesis

Courses Include:

Course Name

Introduction to Public Health

Applied Biostatistics

Research Methods in Exercise Science

Physiology of Exercise 

Cardiorespiratory Exercise Testing

Applied Biomechanics

Epidemiology of Physical Activity and Health

Behavioral Aspects of Physical Activity

Mechanisms of Motor Skill Performance