Exercise and Nutrition Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy in Exercise and Nutrition Sciences
Biomechanics and Motor Control | Exercise Nutrition, Metabolism, and Physiology
The Department of Food Systems, Nutrition, and Kinesiology offers a PhD in Exercise
and Nutrition Sciences with options in 1) exercise nutrition, metabolism, and physiology
and 2) biomechanics and motor control. This program emphasizes the integration of
kinesiology and nutrition science for applied research aimed at human movement and
health. This PhD will build on the existing MS in Exercise and Nutrition Sciences
or related degree from another institution. These applied science options build on
the foundational sciences of biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology, anatomy,
physiology, physics, and mathematics. Coursework for both options will focus on core
content for exercise and nutrition sciences, research design and statistical analyses,
and advanced coursework specific to each option. Additionally, each student will develop
an academic portfolio that includes research (presentations, peer-reviewed publications,
grant writing) and teaching (development of course materials, instruction, student
mentoring).
February 15 application deadline; students start fall semester only.
Master of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences
Exercise Physiology and Nutrition | Sport and Coaching Science
The Department of Food Systems, Nutrition, and Kinesiology offers a Master of Science
degree with an option in exercise and nutrition sciences with two programs of study:
1) exercise physiology and nutrition, and 2) sport and coaching sciences. The exercise physiology and nutrition program allows students to focus on understanding
the determinants of physical activity and energy expenditure, adaptations to exercise
that impact human work performance and disease risk, and exercise metabolism and nutrition.
A graduate student may earn a verification statement by completing required classes in the MSU dietetics program. The verification statement
is needed in order to apply to an accredited dietetic internship.
The sport and coaching sciences program is designed to meet the need in advanced coaching
and sport science abilities at the local, state, national and international levels.
Course work includes knowledge pertinent to coaches of all sports at developmental,
competitive, and high performance levels as well as sport administrators in both public
and private sectors.
Depending on the student's goals, undergraduate degree, and course work, additional courses may be added or deleted to supplement the curriculum.
February 15 application deadline for Exercise Physiology and Nutrition option; students start fall semester only.
May 15 preferential application deadline for Sport and Coaching Science option; students
start fall semester only.
Faculty
![Dawn Tarabochia](/fsnk/images/facultyphotos/dawn.jpg)
Dawn Tarabochia, PhD, CHES
Assoc Professor; Department Head