Doctor of Applied Science Kinesiology (DAS)
This unique applied science doctoral degree is designed for kinesiology practitioners with a master's degree or a clinical doctorate (e.g., DPT). The program focuses on applied skills in teaching, communication, and organizational leadership, preparing students to take on faculty roles or leadership positions in healthcare, education, and human performance.
DeAnne Davis Brooks, Graduate Program Director
d3brooks@odu.edu
https://online.odu.edu/academics/programs/kinesiology-applied-science
Admission
Application Process
Applications will be reviewed in the Spring for Fall admission, beginning January 15. Students who plan to seek financial aid are advised to submit their applications as early as possible. Upon acceptance into the program, a $300 non-refundable matriculation fee (which will be credited towards the first semester's tuition) is required to secure class placement.
Admissions Requirements
- Previous degree: Applicants must hold a Master’s degree and/or a clinical doctorate.
- Professional Experience: Applicants must have full-time professional experience in a Kinesiology-related field.
- Transcripts: Transcript(s) should demonstrate a conferred Master’s degree and/or clinical doctorate before the start of the DAS program.
- Personal Statement: A personal statement that reflects the applicant’s background, interests, future plans, and decision for selecting the DAS degree.
- Two Letters of Recommendation: Two letters of recommendation from academic or workplace affiliations that reflect on an applicant’s behavior, character, and leadership ability.
Curriculum Requirements
Course Sequence
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | ||
| Fall | 6 | |
| Seminar in Applied Science in Kinesiology | ||
| Strategic Communication | ||
| Spring | 6 | |
| Applied Quantitative Research Methods in Kinesiology | ||
| Management of Organizational Change | ||
| Year 2 | ||
| Fall | 6 | |
| Mixed & Multi Methods in Kinesiology Research | ||
| Contexts of Teaching and Learning | ||
| Spring | 6 | |
| Designing Educational Experiences | ||
| Leadership and Professionalism | ||
| Year 3 | ||
| Fall | 6 | |
| Exploring Paradigms in Higher Education | ||
| Program Evaluation | ||
| Spring | 6 | |
| Kinesiology Capstone | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 36 | |