Kinesiology

  • The Department of Kinesiology offers programs of study designed to provide students with the educational background necessary for the pursuit of careers in a variety of movement-based professions. The Bachelor of Science degree is offered with majors in:
  • health and fitness
  • movement science
  • physical education
  • sport psychology

The Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training (BSAT) degree is offered to majors in athletic training. The Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredits the BSAT.

In addition, the department offers minors in movement science, health and physical education. The athletic training major is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education. A variety of activity courses are also offered by the department.

The curriculum for each major academic area is comprised of the following components:

I. Kinesiology core courses common to all majors (16 hours)

II. Major courses specific to each area (18-37 hours)

III. Emphasis courses (6-18 hours)

IV. Associated requirements intended to supplement the departmental courses (11-27 hours)

In addition to the major requirements, students must take core curriculum and elective courses to accumulate a minimum of 124 hours for the Bachelor of Science degree. The department emphasizes learning experiences beyond the classroom environment. Students are required and/or encouraged to participate in research, internships, clinical experiences and special projects that are arranged through academic advisers.

Pass/No-Credit Option

No kinesiology core, major, emphasis or associated requirements courses may be taken on a Pass/No-Credit basis.





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