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University Of Massachusetts Boston

100 Morrissey Blvd, Boston, MA 02125, United States Address: 100 Morrissey Blvd, Boston, MA 02125, United States Phone: +1 617-287-5000

he University of Massachusetts Boston (stylized as UMass Boston) is a public US-based research university. It is the only public research university in Boston and the third-largest campus in the five-campus University of Massachusetts system.[5] UMass Boston is the third most diverse university in the United States.[6] While a majority of UMass Boston students are Massachusetts residents, international students and students from other states make up a significant portion of the student body.[7] It is a member of the Coalition of Urban Serving Universities[8] and the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities.[9] It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity".[10]

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About the Course

Become an EHS professional who makes the world a healthier place.

UMass Boston's Exercise and Health Sciences Master's program provides you with the unique opportunity to learn knowledge regarding exercise science and physical activity-related health promotion in a diverse urban and multicultural environment. This course of study enhances the career growth potential of our students, whether they choose to apply their knowledge and skills for pursuit of an advanced degree, a research-related career, or a professional position in the health field (e.g., exercise physiologist, worksite wellness director). You will also be encouraged early in the program to choose a faculty mentor with whom you wish to study.

Emerge from this program prepared to:

Demonstrate advanced knowledge in Exercise Physiology and/or Physical Activity and Health
Apply statistical and research skills to identify, synthesize, and critically evaluate scientific literature in the field of Exercise Physiology and/or Physical Activity and Health
Design and manage physical fitness assessment or exercise prescription and interventions for promoting exercise, physical activity, and health in different populations
Translate knowledge acquired in the classroom to actual practice (e.g., research labs, clinical settings)
Synthesize and disseminate scientific findings through thesis or capstone projects
Demonstrate leadership to promote physical activity and improve health in diverse populations

Career Possibilities

Work in a clinical or research setting to assess patients’ fitness levels and and design programs tailored to their needs as an exercise physiologist. Improve the lives of a corporation’s employees as a health and wellness coordinator. Or, focus on the health and wellbeing of entire communities as a health promotion specialist. These are just a few of the possibilities.

Become a(n):

Exercise physiologist
Corporate Wellness Specialist
Health Promoter
Personal Trainer
Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist
Clinical Research Coordinator
Researcher in academia, industry or government

https://www.umb.edu/academics/program-finder/exercise-health-sciences-ms/

Admission Requirements

Applicants must meet general graduate admission requirements in addition to the following program-specific requirements:

Official GMAT or GRE scores.
Statement of intent essay: This statement is your opportunity to show the graduate admissions committee why you wish to pursue graduate study, as well as your specific interest and goals.
Official TOEFL or IELTS scores required for all applicants that submit non-United States academic transcripts (unless stated as exempt). Our minimum TOEFL score is 90 and our minimum IELTS score is 6.5.
Two (2) letters of recommendation.