8 PhD programmes in Kinesiology in Texas, United States

The Doctor of Philosophy in Kinesiology program at University of Houston currently focuses on four broad areas of kinesiology, namely motor behavior, exercise physiology, sport and fitness administration, and obesity studies.

The Physical Therapy program from Texas State University offers a unique advantage with the onsite Texas State Physical Therapy Clinic and a student-run pro bono clinic.

The Kinesiology - Sport Management program at Texas A&M University prepares students to conduct research in applied and basic areas of sport management.

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at the University of the Incarnate Word consists of a combination of small group learning, didactic and clinical courses, plus the opportunity to participate in community outreach, which prepares students to pass the National Physical Therapy Examination and embark on a career dedicated to helping others.

This Motor Behavior emphasis at University of Houston provides students with the experimental, theoretical, and analytical tools necessary to investigate the basic processes and mechanisms underlying motor control and learning.   

The Ph.D. in Kinesiology - Sport Pedagogy at Texas A&M University prepares students for teaching and research positions in universities as well as leadership positions in state or regional departments of education.

The Kinesiology - Motor Neuroscience doctoral program at Texas A&M University prepares students for teaching and research careers in motor behavior.

This Exercise Physiology emphasis at University of Houston provides students with the experimental, theoretical and analytical tools necessary to investigate the basic processes and mechanisms in exercise physiology.