a) To demonstrate critical and systematic knowledge in one of the areas of Kinesiology (Doctoral Specialties) andmaster the associated research techniques, models and methods, considering the processes of control, organizationand learning;
b) To demonstrate critical ability to conceive, design and carry out significant research in Kinesiology
c) To produce, through original research, a contribution that expands the frontier of knowledge in Kinesiology, and thatis recognized in publications with a high scientific impact;
d) To develop and demonstrate skills that allow integration in different professional or academic contexts as promotersof progress, innovation and holders of high specialization;
e) To demonstrate the ability to communicate with their peers, and with society in general in the area of specialization,and to promote scientific, social and cultural advancement in a knowledge-based society.