The University library boasts one of the largest collections in the nation and computer facilities are exceptional. There are several well equipped laboratories within the coordination, control and skill area including a biomechanics research laboratory, motor behavior laboratory, and motor development laboratory. Students must complete approximately two years of course work beyond the master's degree and pass both a preliminary and final doctoral examination. A majority of the courses are taken within the Department of Kinesiology, but the program allows for coursework in a variety of related disciplines. Competency in research methods and analysis must also be demonstrated.
Students also engage in weekly seminars related to the area of study.
The specific program is designed by the student and faculty advisor. Masters of Science Program he master's program at the University of Illinois offers a Master of Science in Kinesiology. Students complete approximately one year of coursework with a majority of courses taken within the kinesiology program. In addition to these requirements students usually complete a thesis requirement. However, there is a non-thesis option that must be approved by the advisor.