Physical Education Teacher Education (MS)
Research the future of physical education.
33
Credit Hours
6
Research Hours
2
Capstone Options
1:1
Faculty-Directed Research
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The Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) master's degree offers graduate-level study in teaching and teacher education in physical education, built around research and contemporary practice.
About the Program
PETE focuses on research in teaching physical education and research in physical education teacher education. The program emphasizes the theoretical, methodological and research aspects of teaching and learning, with particular attention to contemporary models of instruction, curriculum, assessment and supervision.
Instructional ModelsCurriculum DesignAssessmentSupervisionResearch MethodsStatistics
Program Highlights
Research-Centered
Complete a 33-hour program that includes six hours of faculty-directed research through a thesis or project.
Prepare for Advanced Study
Build a foundation for pursuing a PhD in physical education or physical activity in related disciplines, including coaching, health education and community settings.
Research Methods + Statistics
Develop research methods and statistics knowledge relevant to physical education — useful regardless of where your career goes next.
Build Your Own Path
Select elective courses that align with your personal interests and career goals.
Program Details
| Degree | Master of Science (MS) |
|---|---|
| Major | Health Studies |
| Concentration | Physical Education Teacher Education |
| Credit hours | 33, including six hours of faculty-directed research |
| Capstone | Thesis or project |
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Careers
The PETE master's degree supports advancement in teaching — in public schools, colleges and universities, and related education settings in the community. It also provides an introduction to research and a knowledge base for pursuing a doctorate in physical education, and can help you become an informed leader in physical education and health.
Build practical research skills. Depending on your chosen path, you may gain experience with subject recruitment and screening, equipment operation, data collection and analysis, program evaluation, grant and manuscript preparation, and oral and written presentation of research findings.
The program can also prepare you for employment in:
- Corporate wellness
- Health club facility management
- Personal training
- Group fitness instruction
- Fitness and wellness coaching
- Strength and conditioning coaching
Common Questions
33 credit hours, including six hours of faculty-directed research completed through a thesis or project.
Yes. The degree provides an introduction to research and the knowledge base for pursuing advanced study leading to a doctorate in physical education, or in physical activity in related disciplines including coaching, health education and community settings.
Teaching advancement across public schools, colleges and universities, and community education settings. The degree can also prepare you for corporate wellness, health club facility management, personal training, group fitness instruction, fitness and wellness coaching, and strength and conditioning coaching.
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