Program Introduction

The Sports Education program at EU’s School of Education & Psychology aims to cultivate versatile sports educators and kinesiology innovators through a blend of exercise physiology, coaching strategies, and sports psychology. Emphasizing motor skill development, physical education curriculum design, and injury prevention, the curriculum equips students with foundational sports education skills and cross-context practical capabilities. Practical platforms such as industry partnerships, intercollegiate sports events, and community health initiatives further empower students to become professionals with both pedagogical expertise and creative vision. Explore Our Programs 1. Undergraduate Program (BSE) Duration: 4-year full-time Core Courses: Exercise Physiology & Biomechanics Physical Education Pedagogy (K-12) Foundations of Sports Psychology Physical Education Curriculum Design & Assessment Sports Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation Features: Practice-Oriented: Design track & field and basketball courses through “Intercollegiate Sports Practicum Projects” with Washington State high schools. Tech Integration: Mandatory motion analysis courses using wearable devices (e.g., Fitbit) to monitor student performance. Event Participation: Organize annual “CUW Cup High School Sports League” covering soccer, volleyball, and other sports. 2. Master’s Programs MA (Sports Education Concentration) Duration: 1-2 years (full-time/part-time) Tracks: Elite Athlete Development, Adaptive Physical Education, Sports Policy Analysis, Exercise Nutrition Highlights: Global Case Competitions: Jointly organized with Columbia University and the University of Michigan. Industry Mentorship: Pairing with executives from NBA teams, the U.S. Olympic Committee, and other top firms. MS in Sports Education (Non-STEM) Duration: 12 months Skills: Sports program evaluation, motion data analysis, specialized sports program design for diverse populations, sports facility management Partners: Washington State Athletic Commission, NSCA, Seattle Seahawks, offering practical projects and coaching certification support. 3. Doctoral Program (Ph.D. in Sports Education) Duration: 4-6 years Research Areas: Neural mechanisms of athletic performance, equitable sports education policies, biomechanics of sports injuries, digital technology applications in sports Strengths: Cutting-Edge Research: Collaborating with Stanford University and UC Davis on interdisciplinary projects focused on youth sports participation and mental health. Academic Resources: Hosting “Future of Sports Education” seminars with Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology editors and Department of Education sports officials. Spotlight on Centers 1. Sports Performance & Science Lab (SPSL) Mission: Enhance athletic performance and prevent injuries through biomechanical and physiological research. Achievements: Developing a “Football Sprint Training Model” with the Seattle Seahawks, reducing knee injury rates by 15%. Publishing the Adolescent Soccer Player Skeletal Development Report, adopted by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for training guidelines. 2. Sports Policy & Social Impact Center (SPSIC) Focus: Equitable sports education, urban sports facility planning, disabled sports participation. Activities: Partnering with the U.S. Department of Education to advance the “Rural School Sports Resource Equalization Initiative.” Hosting the Global Sports Education Summit to address gender equality and LGBTQ+ sports rights. 3. Community Sports & Health Promotion Center (CSHPC) Key Initiatives: Community Fitness Program: Designing free sports courses for low-income families, funded by the American Heart Association (AHA). Senior Sports Initiative: Developing flexibility training programs for adults over 65 to reduce fall risks. Additional Features Sports Competition Support: Funding and mentorship for students participating in National Sports Education Innovation Contests and Kinesiology Challenges. Dual Degrees: Collaborations with the School of Kinesiology and School of Public Health for “Sports Education + Exercise Physiology” and “Sports Policy + Public Health” programs. Internship Guarantee: 100% of undergraduate students secure at least one industry internship, with partners in public schools, professional sports clubs, and health promotion organizations. Join EU’s School of Education & Psychology and lead the future of sports education and science!