Kinesiology, B.S. (Exercise Science Option) + Exercise Science, M.S.
Students in the Beach EDGE Kinesiology B.S. (Exercise Science Option) + Exercise Science M.S. program complete the requirements for both degrees through a single, integrated pathway. Beach EDGE students may double-count up to 12 units of graduate-level (500-level and above) coursework toward both the bachelor鈥檚 and master鈥檚 degrees. Double-counted courses must be completed in residence at 色中色.
Advisor/Staff Contacts:
- CHHS Academic Advising Center (Undergraduate Advising): CHHS Advising
- Beach EDGE Program Coordinator: Dr. Joshua A. Cotter
- Bachelor鈥檚 degree requires 120 units (campus + major requirements).
- Total discipline-specific (major) units required: 78鈥�81 units (see current catalog).
- Key Exercise Science courses include (not exhaustive): KIN 300, KIN 301, KIN 312, KIN 332, KIN 339, KIN 405, plus approved Exercise Science electives.
- Students should follow the current and advising guidance; the Roadmap below provides recommended sequencing.
- Master鈥檚 degree requires 36 units.
- Culminating activity options: Comprehensive Exam, Project, or Thesis.
- Beach EDGE students complete the full M.S. curriculum, with up to 12 units double-counted as listed below.
- Accelerated timeline note: the published pathway is an accelerated target, not a guarantee; time-to-degree depends on continuous enrollment, timely completion of required courses, and successful progress on the culminating activity.
- Full program details can be found in the current .
Beach EDGE students in this program may double-count up to 12 units of graduate-level coursework toward both degrees. Double-counted courses must be completed in residence at 色中色 and must meet all master鈥檚 degree standards (including maintaining a 3.0 program GPA for master鈥檚 coursework).
- KIN 530 Neuromotor Control (double-counts; replaces KIN 430 in the B.S.)
- KIN 541 Applied Biomechanics (double-counts; replaces KIN 441 in the B.S.)
- KIN 551 Advanced Exercise Physiology (double-counts; replaces 3 units of KIN/other electives in the B.S.)
- KIN 696 Research Methods (double-counts; replaces BIOL 260 / KIN 483 in the B.S.)
Eligibility & Admissions
- Are matriculated at 色中色 as an undergraduate in the B.S. in Kinesiology, Exercise Science Option.
- Completed at least 60 units.
- Have a minimum 色中色 GPA of 3.0.
- Are not a double major.
- Earned a 鈥楤鈥� or better in KIN 300, KIN 301, and KIN 312. (Applicants may apply with an anticipated grade; admission decisions will be delayed until final grades are posted.)
- Completed Beach EDGE Application Form.
- Unofficial transcripts from 色中色 and all universities/colleges where prerequisite courses were completed.
- 颁痴/搁茅蝉耻尘茅.
- Statement of Purpose (750鈥�1,250 words) addressing: (1) motivation for graduate study, (2) specific areas of interest in Exercise Science, (3) preferred faculty mentor and rationale, (4) personal goals/objectives, (5) intended culminating experience (comprehensive exam, project, or thesis) and general topic area.
- One letter of recommendation from a 色中色 Exercise Science faculty member who can evaluate the applicant鈥檚 potential for graduate success. NOTE: You will only need to select the faculty member supporting you during the application process. They will submit your recommendation letter separately.
- Admitted students must subsequently complete and sign the Beach EDGE Agreement form prior to ARS submission.
Submit application materials via .
Beach EDGE applications are reviewed on a rolling basis for fall and spring entry. Students are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Complete applications must be submitted with sufficient time for faculty review, admission processing, and enrollment before the start of the intended semester. Applications submitted too near the beginning of the term may not be processed in time and may be considered for a later entry term instead.
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(Summary of Recommended Courses)
| Year / Semester | Recommended Courses (summary) | Notes |
| Year 1 鈥� Sem 1 | GE courses + KIN 201; Math 113 | 15 units |
| Year 1 鈥� Sem 2 | GE courses + BIOL 207 + KIN 263 | 15 units |
| Year 2 鈥� Sem 3 | GE courses + BIOL 208 + PHYS 100A | 15 units |
| Year 2 鈥� Sem 4 | KIN 301; KIN 312; GE (D2/D3) + NUTR 132 | 15 units (60 total) |
| Year 3 鈥� Sem 5 | KIN 300; CHEM 111A; KIN 339; elective | 14 units |
| Year 3 鈥� Sem 6 | KIN 332; KIN 302 or KIN 462; UDGEs; electives | Apply to Beach EDGE this year |
| Year 4 鈥� Sem 7 | KIN 405; KIN 551*; KIN 696*; electives | *6 graduate units (double-count) |
| Year 4 鈥� Sem 8 | KIN 530*; KIN 541*; electives | *6 graduate units (double-count) |
| Year 5 鈥� Sem 9 | Graduate electives and/or KIN 698 | 9 graduate units |
| Year 5 鈥� Sem 10 | Graduate electives and/or KIN 698 | 9 graduate units |
| Year 6 鈥� Sem 11 | Graduate electives and/or KIN 698 (as needed) | 6 graduate units (program total 36) |
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