KIN 490 offers students in the field of Kinesiology a unique opportunity to engage in a 3-credit, student-led, independent research endeavor. This course, known as a Directed Study, allows students to delve deeply into a specific area of interest within the realm of Kinesiology under the guidance of a faculty member. Directed Studies serve as a platform for students to focus on a particular research topic or collaborate with a faculty mentor to explore a chosen area in greater detail.
To initiate a Directed Study, students are responsible for approaching a faculty supervisor who would be willing to oversee their research project. Together, the student and the faculty supervisor collaborate to develop a comprehensive proposal outlining the objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes of the research project.
Directed Studies are structured as 3-credit courses, and students have the option to pursue up to a maximum of 6 credits by enrolling in two Directed Study courses. These credits count towards the student’s upper-level KIN elective requirement, providing valuable academic recognition for their independent research efforts.