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Doctoral Program major

Biomechanics and Kinesiology, Ph.D.

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  4. Biomechanics and Kinesiology, Ph.D.

Degrees Offered

  • Master of Science
  • Doctoral degree (Ph.D.)

Delivery Mode

Traditional

Traditional programs require at least some in-person course attendance. Online programs can generally be completed entirely through asynchronous online courses.

Concentrations Offered

  • Biomechanics
  • Motor Development and Control
  • Physical Activity
  • Physiology of Exercise

College

  • College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences

Department

  • Department of Biomechanics

Application Deadlines

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Danae Dinkel, PhD, Doctoral Program Chair

Danae Dinkel, PhD, Doctoral Program Chair

dmdinkel@unomaha.edu

Laura Rotert, Academic Program Coordinator

Laura Rotert, Academic Program Coordinator

lecampbell@unomaha.edu

Hannah Ries

Hannah Ries

hkgraduateprograms@unomaha.edu

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