The Department of Exercise Science in the Arnold School of Public Health offers two advanced degrees in exercise science, including a Master of Science and a Ph.D. with three areas of concentration – applied physiology, health aspects of physical activity and rehabilitation sciences.The Doctor of Philosophy degree in exercise science is designed to prepare students for research careers in the exercise sciences. Students complete an approved program that contains 60 hours beyond the undergraduate level, and includes a specific cognate of interest, independent study (research) hours and dissertation hours.