Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science
| Program and Application Information | |
|---|---|
| Department Head: | Dr. Margaret Fitzgerald |
| Graduate Coordinator: | Dr. Bryan Christensen |
| Email: | Bryan.Christensen.1@ndsu.edu |
| Department Location: | Bentson Bunker Fieldhouse |
| Department Phone: | (701) 231-6737 |
| Department Web Site: | www.ndsu.edu/hnes/ |
| Application Deadline: | Ph.D. Exercise Science and Nutrition: January 15 for fall only M.S. HNES - Exercise/Nutrition Science option: March 1 for fall only; M.S. Dietetics (online), GPIDEA: March 1 for fall only M.S. HNES - Leadership in Physical Education and Sport option: Enrollment is limited to 20 students. |
| Degrees Offered: | M.S., MATrg, Ph.D. |
| Test Requirement: | GRE required only for Ph.D. and for M.S. HNES - Exercise/Nutrition Science option |
| English Proficiency Requirements: | TOEFL ibT 100; IELTS 7 |
Program Description
The Department of Health, Nutrition, and Exercise Sciences (HNES) offers graduate study leading to the Master of Science (M.S.) degree in HNES with options in Exercise/Nutrition Science and Leadership in Physical Education and Sport. The HNES department also offers a Master of Science (M.S.) in Dietetics (on line through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance), Master of Science (M.S.) in Advanced Athletic Training and a Master of Athletic Training (MATrg) degree. A Ph.D. degree in Exercise Science and Nutrition is also available.
Exercise/Nutrition Science Option
The Exercise/Nutrition Science option prepares the graduate for advanced positions with an emphasis in the areas of physical activity, exercise science, nutrition, and health promotion. The department is devoted to researching and understanding the long-term effects of physical activity and nutrition, and translating this research into effective exercise science and wellness programs for children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. This option is appropriate for athletic trainers, nutrition, and exercise science graduates.
Leadership in Physical Education and Sport Option
The Leadership in Physical Education and Sport (LPES) option is an online program that prepares teachers and coaches to become actively engaged in leadership roles within school systems or professional organizations. This degree prepares students to be master teachers, head coaches, department heads, and activities directors at the interscholastic level; assistant coaches, lecturers, and assistant or lead directors at the intercollegiate level; and to become actively engaged in leadership roles within professional organizations.
Admission requirements are as follows:
1. Cumulative baccalaureate GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale.
2. Undergraduate degree in the field of Kinesiology (physical education, coaching, etc.)
Students not meeting the above admission requirements may be accepted into the program with Conditional Standing by providing evidence that their potential as a graduate student is not adequately reflected by their academic record. Evidence from the applicant will include a written essay, and either a portfolio of professional accomplishments based on the Leadership in Physical Education and Sport (LPES) program standards and competencies, or GRE scores. Applicants who score in the upper 50th percentile in the verbal, quantitative, and writing portions will be given preference in admission to the program. Meeting these criteria does not guarantee automatic acceptance. Contact the program coordinator for a copy of the (LPES) standards and competencies.
Dietetics (On-line)
The Dietetics program prepares registered dietitians to practice at an advanced level or pursue doctoral study. The Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance program in Dietetics provides opportunities for registered dietitians and registration-eligible dietetic graduates to integrate and apply principles from the biomedical sciences, human behavior, and management to design and lead effective food and nutrition programs in a variety of settings. This program is fully online (http://www.ndsu.edu/hnes/dietetics_on_line).
In a multi-institution degree program, students:
- Apply and are admitted to one university;
- Enroll in all courses at that university; and
- Graduate or receive a certificate from that university.
A Dietetics graduate candidate must complete a minimum of 36 credit hours to earn a Master of Science degree. Students will complete a six-credit research thesis.
Admissions Requirements
In addition to Graduate School admission requirements, the following criteria will be considered at the time of application for admission into graduate study. Admission to a master's degree program is considered ONLY after all required application materials have been received and reviewed. In order to be considered, the applicant must have:
- Bachelor of Science degree in an HNES related field from an accredited institution,
- Overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale,
- submitted all required materials as listed.
- The GRE is required for the Ph.D. and the Exercise/Nutrition Science option of the M.S. degree.
During the application process, the applicant must submit an exhibit of his/her written competency through an essay discussing professional philosophy and professional goals.The Department of Health, Nutrition, and Exercise Sciences reserves the right to obtain additional information about the applicant's professional competence from qualified professionals. Admission decisions are based upon the predicted success of the applicant as a student and professional in the chosen field and are made only after considering all available data.
Financial Assistance
Both research and teaching assistantships may be available. Applications are considered on the basis of scholarship, potential to undertake advanced study and research, and financial need. To be considered for an assistantship, a completed Graduate School application, official transcripts, and three letters of reference must be received by the Graduate School by the program deadline. The department admits students for fall semester only in the Exercise/Nutrition Science option. Graduate assistants teach approximately six credits each semester, receive a financial stipend for their work, and a full tuition waiver for fall, spring, and summer semesters. Assistantships are available contingent upon current funding and faculty need.
Exercise/Nutrition Science Option
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| HNES 790 | Graduate Seminar (Introduction to HNES ) | 1 |
| HNES 710 | Introduction to Research Design and Methods in HNES | 3 |
| STAT 725 | Applied Statistics | 3 |
| HNES 713 | Graduate Exercise Physiology (Restricted to students enrolled in the Exercise Science/Nutrition Option) | 3 |
| HNES 726 | Nutrition in Wellness | 3 |
| Electives (at least 3 cr. outside of HNES) | 12 | |
| HNES 798 | Master's Thesis | 6 |
Leadership in Physical Education and Sport Option
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HNES 700 | Research in Physical Education and Sport | 3 |
| HNES 701 | Leadership and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| HNES 704 | Psychological Foundation of Sport & Physical Activity | 3 |
| HNES 705 | Analysis of Sport Skill Instruction and Acquisition | 3 |
| HNES 707 | Sport in American Society | 3 |
| HNES 711 | Physical Education Curriculum | 3 |
| HNES 712 | Supervision and Management | 3 |
| HNES 714 | Legal Liability in HPER | 3 |
| HNES 731 | Governance in Sport | 3 |
| HNES 794 | Practicum/Internship | 3 |
| or HNES 797 | Master's Paper | |
| or HNES 798 | Master's Thesis | |
Dietetics Option
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | 9 | |
| Introduction to Research Design and Methods in HNES | ||
| Current Issues in Dietetics | ||
| Applied Statistics | ||
| Electives | 21 | |
| Cost Controls in Hospitality and Food Service Systems | ||
| Entrepreneurship in Dietetics | ||
| Community Health and Nutrition Education | ||
| Nutrition, Health and Aging | ||
| Sports Nutrition | ||
| Nutrition Education | ||
| Nutrition in Wellness | ||
| Fundamentals of Leadership | ||
| Foodservice Operation Management | ||
| Food Writing for Professionals | ||
| Foodservice Systems within Healthcare | ||
| Maternal and Child Nutrition | ||
| International Nutrition | ||
| Nutrition: A Focus on Life Stages | ||
| Nutrition and Health Disparities | ||
| Understanding Food Culture | ||
| Advanced Human Nutrition | ||
| Metabolism of Micronutrients | ||
| Phytochemicals | ||
| Advanced Clinical Nutrition | ||
| Pediatric Clinical Nutrition | ||
| Nutritional Aspects of Oncology | ||
| Clinical Aspects of Nutrition Support | ||
| Nutrition and Immunology | ||
| HNES 798 | Master's Thesis | 6 |
| Total Credits | 36 | |
Thomas C. Barnhart, Ph.D.
University of New Mexico, 1978
Research Interests: Recreation Management, Playground Safety
Ardith Brunt, Ph.D.
Iowa State University, 1999
Research Interests: Nutrition, Gerontology
Wonwoo Byun, Ph.D.
University of South Carolina-Columbia, 2012
Research Interests: Physical Activity Epidemiology
Bryan Christensen, Ph.D.
University of Kansas, 2000
Research Interests: Biomechanics, Sports Psychology, Strength and Conditioning
Shannon David, Ph.D.
Ohio University, 2013
Rearch Interests: Athletic Training
Joe Deutsch, Ph.D.
North Dakota State University, 2007
Research Interests: Physical Education Teacher Education; Coaching
Marty Douglas, Ph.D.
Michigan State University
Research Interests: Adapted Physical Activity
Kara Gange, Ph.D.
North Dakota State University, 2010
Rearch Interests: Athletic Training
Julie Garden-Robinson, Ph.D.
North Dakota State University, 1994
Rearch Interests: Nutrition and Food Safety
Nikki German, Ph.D.
North Dakota State University, 2008
Rearch Interests: Athletic Training
Kyle Hackney, Ph.D.
Syracuse University, 2013
Research Interests: Skeletal Muscle Physiology
Mary Larson, Ph.D.
University of North Dakota, 2008
Research Interests: Health Promotion and Lifestyle Medicine
Jenny Linker, Ph.D.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 2011
Research Interests: Physical Education; Teacher Preparation
Katie Lyman, Ph.D.
University of South Florida, 2014
Research interests: Kinesio Tape®, Manual Medicine, Emergency Medicine
Yeong Rhee, Ph.D.
Oklahoma State University, 1999
Research Interests: Trace Elements, Chronic Disease, Immune Function, Functional Foods
Sherri Nordstrom Stastny, Ph.D.
North Dakota State University, 2007
Research Interests: Nutrition, Gerontology
Bradford N. Strand, Ph.D.
University of New Mexico, 1988
Research Interests: Physical Education Curriculum and Instruction, Fitness Education, Sport Sociology
Donna J. Terbizan, Ph.D.
The Ohio State University, 1982
Research Interests: Exercise Physiology, Fitness, Wellness, Exercise Science, Chronic Disease Change
