Key information
- Duration: Full-time, 72 months
- Start dates & application deadlines: Starting August 2027; Apply before Jan 2027
Overview
It should be noted that the guiding philosophy of the program is that the student and advisor should work closely together to develop a course of study which appropriately meets the student's professional goals.
Features
- Acceptance of a student into the Ph.D. (Kinesiology) program from University of Houston is determined by a number of factors, one of which is a clearly identified area of study and a Faculty advisor/mentor within the program who will support their admission.
- As part of the application process, prospective students will identify the potential professor/professors with whom they share common scientific interests.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Scientific Inquiry in Health Professions
- Research Design and Methods
- Programming and Proposal Writing
- Candidacy Project
- Candidacy Project (second semester if needed)
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 105
- TOEFL iBT: 79
- PTE Academic: 53
- IELTS: 6.5
General requirements
- Official transcripts from all institutions previously attended
- Official GRE scores
- Three letters of recommendation from professional or academic mentors
- Current resume or curriculum vitae
- Statement of professional goals and research interests
- Sample of academic writing
- International students are required to submit English Language Proficiency test scores, TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo
Tuition Fees
- International: 12,744 AUD / year (approximately 9,075 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 12,744 AUD / year (approximately 9,075 USD / year)
- Domestic / In-State: 4,943 AUD / year (approximately 3,520 USD / year)
Living costs
Houston, United States: 1,498-2,738 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

