Oakland’s Ph.D. in Human Movement Science equips you to advance education, research and clinical practice in physical therapy, kinesiology, and other movement sciences. A new program that emphasizes innovation, our doctoral human movement science degree trains you to conduct research that expands the knowledge base and meets the growing demand for human movement science educators and researchers. Our Ph.D. in movement science meets the same standards of excellence as Oakland’s other graduate health science programs, and its flexible format (including online course options) lets you earn the human movement science doctorate while you’re working. Whether you’re a veteran practitioner or are in the early stages of your career, our Ph.D. in human movement science offers advanced training that puts you in a leadership position.
Oakland’s Ph.D. in Human Movement Science equips you to advance education, research and clinical practice in physical therapy, kinesiology, and other movement sciences. A new program that emphasizes innovation, our doctoral human movement science degree trains you to conduct research that expands the knowledge base and meets the growing demand for human movement science educators and researchers. Our Ph.D. in movement science meets the same standards of excellence as Oakland’s other graduate health science programs, and its flexible format (including online course options) lets you earn the human movement science doctorate while you’re working. Whether you’re a veteran practitioner or are in the early stages of your career, our Ph.D. in human movement science offers advanced training that puts you in a leadership position.
The nation’s aging population has created rising demand for effective movement science treatments and well-trained clinicians. Oakland’s human movement science Ph.D. prepares you to address both of these critical needs. Our health science programs are renowned for their high standards, strong community connections, and spirit of innovation.
The human movement science Ph.D. program gives you the foundation for careers in research, education, and practice leadership. It covers all movement science disciplines, including physical therapy, kinesiology, sports medicine, orthopedic rehabilitation, and pediatric and geriatric care.
Upon graduation, you’ll be qualified for leadership jobs with a wide range of employers, including (but not limited to):
The Ph.D. in human movement science requires completion of 80 credits of coursework beyond a bachelor’s degree, culminating in a research dissertation.
Coursework includes a 34-credit core, plus a concentration requirement that you can fulfill by completing a graduate certificate, research specialization, or other approved set of related coursework. Areas of concentration include:
If you’ve previously earned a master’s degree from an accredited university, you may be permitted to count up to 32 credits toward the human movement science Ph.D. (or up to 36 credits for a previously earned a Ph.D. in physical therapy or a related field).
Not sure if the human movement science Ph.D. is right for you? Check out these other graduate programs at Oakland, and contact our admissions team to discuss your options.