Health Sciences, PhD

Print Degree Planner (opens a new window) |

The Ph.D. program in Health Sciences aims to equip candidates with comprehensive knowledge, research skills, and disciplinary expertise to excel in diverse health-related careers spanning higher education, research, innovation, clinical/applied practice, and program development. The core coursework for all health science doctoral students will cover essential content areas (e.g., research methods, psych-biosocial & behavioral statistics, and ethics), complemented by specialized and interdisciplinary graduate courses. Two concentrations exist within the doctoral program, housed in their respective division, including (1) Kinesiology & Health, and (2) Communication Science Disorders.

Required Courses:

The 72-credit-hour* doctoral program is anticipated to include:

9 required coursework credits (advanced research methods, analysis)
12-15 concentration credit hours (concentration specific)
9-12 elective credit hours (concentration or beyond)
6 independent research credit hours
18-30 dissertation credit hours

*up to 24 hours of M.S. credit can be transferred in