College of Education and Professional Studies
Integrative Human Physiology
Master of Science | Graduate
Integrative Human Physiology, MS
Our Master’s in Integrative Human Physiology combines knowledge from multiple sciences including anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, biochemistry-metabolism, exercise physiology, nutrition, and statistics.
Our Master’s in Integrative Human Physiology combines knowledge from multiple sciences including anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, biochemistry-metabolism, exercise physiology, nutrition, and statistics. You will engage with coursework and research to advance your understanding of human function.
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Karen Roemer, PhD
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What You'll Study
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Core Courses
- IHP 551 - Metabolism and Skeletal Muscle
- IHP 552 - Cardiopulmonary Physiology
- IHP 553 - Laboratory Techniques in Stress Physiology
- IHP 557 - Research Design
- IHP 560 - Inferential Statistics
- IHP 564 - Gross Human Anatomy: Cadaver Dissection
- IHP 575 - Musculosketal Biomechanics
- IHP 700 - Master’s Thesis, Project Study, and/or Examination
Department-approved Electives Offerings
- IHP 555 - Environmental Stress and Human Performance
- IHP 556 - Ergogenic Aids and Human Performance
- IHP 559 - Applied Kinesiology
- IHP 565 - Muscle Physiology
- IHP 599 - Graduate Seminar
Faculty Mentorship
Benefit from close faculty mentorship from experts in various fields of human physiology, guiding you through your research and professional development.
Practical Application
Develop practical skills in physiological assessment and intervention, preparing you for careers in healthcare, sports science, and academia.
Collaborative Research Projects
Participate in collaborative research projects with faculty and peers, fostering a community of learning and discovery.
Top Facilities
Utilize advanced facilities equipped with the latest technology for physiological testing and research, providing hands-on experience in high-level experiments and data analysis.
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Labs
Engage in research across three active labs dedicated to different areas of human physiology, providing you with a variety of research opportunities.
Involvement
Our faculty are actively involved in research, offering you numerous opportunities for mentorship and collaboration.
Class Sizes
Enjoy personalized mentoring from faculty who know your name and are dedicated to helping you develop your academic interests.
Why Study Health Science at Central?
- Gain experience through labs and internships that apply classroom learning to real-world health challenges
- Our programs support an interdisciplinary approach that lets you explore various fields like nutrition, public health, and physiology, preparing you for a wide range of careers
- You'll learn in the new Health Sciences building, featuring an ambulance simulator, an environmental chamber that can simulate altitudes and temperatures, and so much more
Careers
Exercise Physiologist
Clinical Researcher
University Lecturer
Health and Wellness Consultant
Sports Science Specialist