IUPUI Campus Bulletin 2012-2014

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Academic Programs

Degree Programs

Master's Programs

Location of the Program

This program is housed on the Indiana University Purdue University at Indianapolis. However, a majority of the courses are offered online.

Description of purpose of the program

The Master of Science in Health Sciences is an interdisciplinary graduate degree offered through the Indiana University Graduate School. It is designed for health and rehabilitation professionals and educators interested in pursuing advanced education at the master's level. Graduates of the program will acquire advanced knowledge and understanding of current trends and issues, and the problem-solving skills to prepare them to assume leadership roles in practice and educational settings.

The program consists of a minimum of 36 credit hours of course work, including a required 6 hour project or thesis. The program curriculum consists of three components: (1) health science core courses to include preparation for project/thesis (21 credit hours); elective courses (9); and project/thesis (6). Most of the courses taken to satisfy the requirements of the master's degree can be used to fulfill course requirements for the Ph.D. in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.

Admission Requirements

Due to the number of courses offered online only, students on a F1 or J1 student visa are not eligible for admission to this program.

Students accepted into the program must complete university, school, and program admission requirements. The minimum admission requirements are as follows:

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution (applicant must submit an official copy of all undergraduate transcripts).
2. Minimum cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
3. At least one undergraduate statistics or research methods course completed with a grade of "B" or better.
4. Three letters of recommendation from those familiar with the applicant's academic and professional performance
5. 300 to 500 word personal statement of academic and professional goals; must include experience as a health and rehabilitation professional or educator.
6. If applicable, a TOEFL score of at least 550P or 213C or 79-80i.
7. Admission interview

Prior Course Work Applied Toward Degree Requirements

A maximum of 6 graduate credit hours earned at Indiana University before admission may be applied toward a degree. Upon the recommendation of the Health Sciences program director and with the approval of the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Academic Studies and Research Development Committee, up to 8 credit hours of graduate work at other institutions may be transferred in partial fulfillment of degree requirements. No course may be transferred from another institution unless the course was completed with a grade of "B" or higher within five years before matriculation in the Master of Science degree program.

Curriculum

A total of 36 credit hours is required to complete the degree, allocated as follows:

Core/Required Courses (21 credit hours):

Electives (9 credit hours) to be determined in consultation with the program director

Examples:

Project or Thesis (6 credit hours)

For further information, contact:

Director of Student Enrollment Services
IUPUI School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Coleman Hall rm. 120
1140 W Michigan Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Phone: (317) 274-7238