PhD in Education Sciences in Physical Education

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Searching for a physical education graduate school to best fit your interests? Customize our physical education doctorate program (Ph.D.) to follow your passions. You will gain an understanding of the full spectrum of physical education, along with in-depth knowledge of one specific area or disciplines such as comprehensive school physical activity programs, behavior management in activity settings, and motivating individuals to be active. You will develop extensive subject-matter expertise and discover potential research topics in courses covering physical education, physical activity promotion, epidemiology, sociology, behavioral science, and public health. With small class sizes in our physical education graduate programs, you will receive individual attention. We have a thriving graduate program in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion and place the highest value on ethics, professionalism, and interdisciplinary work.