NSU HPD Catalog 2023-2024

312 Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences—Department of Health and Human Performance Overview The Department of Health and Human Performance offers the Master of Science (M.S.) in Sports Science degree program. This 30-credit, postbachelor’s degree program’s academic curriculum combines hands-on laboratory training and online coursework. Faculty members mentor students in areas related to high-level human performance, applied biomechanics, body composition, sports nutrition, and sports neuroscience. The sports science degree further prepares students for careers in exercise and sports science in areas that include, but are not limited to, research, personal training, strength and conditioning, and performance specialization. It is distinguished from comparable programs by its focus on high-performance vs. general population wellness or fitness. Admissions Requirements Students with bachelor’s degrees in any area may be considered for the M.S. in Sports Science program. The admissions/ applications requirements are as follows: 1. a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university or an approved degree credentialing agency for international students 2. a completed NSU Application along with the $50, nonrefundable application fee sent to Nova Southeastern University (Application can be found at https://apply.nova .edu/Ellucian.Erecruiting.Web.External/Pages/welcome.aspx.) 3. submission of all required documents including • résumé with three professional references • final official transcripts from all institutions attended 4. minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale 5. submission of Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores, if English is not the applicant’s native language All applications will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Computer Requirements All students are required to have a computer with the following minimum specifications: PC/Laptop Operating system: 64-bit Windows 10 (Must be genuine U.S.- English versions of Windows operating systems) Processor: Intel i5 processor or above RAM: 8 GB or higher Hard disk space: 256GB solid state drive (SSD) or higher Graphics card: Integrated graphics card or NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1650 or dedicated video graphics card with 4 GB video memory or higher Display: 1280x1024 or higher MacBook/iMac Operating system: Mac OS X Monterey or higher (Must be genuine versions of Mac operating systems) Processor: Intel i5 processor or above or M1 RAM: 8 GB or higher Hard disk space: 256 GB solid state drive (SSD) or higher Graphics card: Intel Iris Plus or higher, or Apple M1 integrated graphics Display: 1280x1024 or higher Technical Standards Candidates for selection to the M.S. in Sports Science program must demonstrate all of the following technical standards: 1. the mental capacity to assimilate, analyze, synthesize, and integrate concepts and problem solve 2. sufficient postural and neuromuscular control, sensory function, and coordination to perform appropriate laboratorybased techniques, as well as accurately, safely, and efficiently use equipment and materials during the assessment and testing of study participants Department of Health and Human Performance Master of Science in Sports Science

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