The Physical Education Exercise Science program is an applied program designed for students interested in pursuing employment in areas such as fitness leadership, performance enhancement, injury prevention, wellness, rehabilitation or wellness coaching. The department offers both a non-thesis (internship) and thesis option for students. Students interested in pursuing further education or research should consider completing the thesis option.
Earn your Exercise Science M.A.Ed. alongside your Bachelor's, completing the program in just 5 years with the Accelerated 4+1 program. Learn more about accelerated programs at UNK.
A graduate degree helps you advance your career by qualifying for higher positions with additional leadership opportunities. The median salary for those with master’s degrees is 16% higher than for those with an undergraduate degree, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.