Overview

The results will provide improved training and rehabilitation for special needs populations, including athletes, astronauts, performing artists, patients coping with movement disorders or recovering from traumatic injuries, and normal individuals adjusting to the functional consequences of aging.

Features

Graduates of the Motor Behavior program at University of Houston will have an expertise in biomechanics, kinesiology, sensorimotor physiology, movement disorders and rehabilitation; and will be qualified to pursue research careers in academia, medical research institutes, government laboratories or corporate research and development centers.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Adaptive sensorimotor control

Biomechanics and energetics of posture and gait

Basic and translational research models

Elite and at-risk populations

Research careers in academia, rehabilitation, space, etc.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-29 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Medicine Kinesiology View 90 other PhDs in Kinesiology in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official transcripts from all institutions previously attended

Official GRE scores

Three letters of recommendation from professional or academic mentors

Current resume or curriculum vitae

Statement of professional goals and research interests

Sample of academic writing

International students are required to submit English Language Proficiency test scores, TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo

Tuition Fee

Living costs for Houston

1067 - 1950 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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