PhD in Human Movement Science
Degree Requirements

Dept. of AHS | Division of Physical Therapy | Dept. of Exercise and Sports Science
Center for Human Movement Science

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

The curriculum core requirements allow flexibility in designing programs of study to meet the needs of each track and the student's interests. Other specific requirements will vary depending on the student's background and program track. Each student's program of study is developed under the guidance of his or her advisor and committee.

Core Requirements for All Tracks 

• HMSC 700, 701, & 702 Scientific Basis for Human Movement (9 credits). This core course provides a basic interdisciplinary knowledge in all four areas of the program.  
• Scientific Inquiry. One course in areas such as ethics, logic, and epidemiology.  
• Statistics. A two-course sequence in graduate statistics above the introductory course which is required for admission.  
• Research Methods. One course in research methods specific to the student's needs within his or her area of research.  
• Seminars in Human Movement Science. These seminars are required of all pre- and postdoctoral students.  
• Two Directed Research Projects.  
• Two Graduate Level Seminar Courses.  
• Laboratory Rotations. Three laboratory rotations are required. Each laboratory rotation will be for 6-12 weeks depending on the faculty supervisor.  
• Directed teaching experiences. Two semesters of teaching experience are required.  
• Student Presentation. Each student is required to present a research proposal or project annually at the Doctoral Seminar.  
• Doctoral Qualifying Examinations.  
• Written Dissertation Propectus
• Preliminary Oral Examination.  
• Dissertation Defense.  
• Written Dissertation in thesis or manuscript format.

 

INQUIRIES:

PhD Program in Human Movement Science

Shauni Lowrance, HMSC Registrar
CB# 7135, Bondurant Hall Suite 3000
UNC-Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill NC 27599-7135
Telephone: 919-966-4708   FAX: 919-966-3678 
E-mail: shauni_lowrance@med.unc.edu

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