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Kinesiology

Kinesiology

Kinesiology, as a scientific field, examines the anatomy and mechanics of the body's movement. This major offers students preparation for a wide host of career and training options.

Distinctive Features

The kinesiology major offers three emphases:

Kinesiology Minor: Physical Education Teaching

Similar to the secondary teaching emphasis of the kinesiology major, this minor prepares students to teach physical education in K-12 schools.

Distinctive Features

Courses for this minor cover the main topics of the major, as well as elementary and secondary physical education methods.

Career Opportunities

The kinesiology secondary teaching minor is designed for students majoring in another area who wish to teach physical education, as well as for those preparing for the si

B.S. in Kinesiology: Pre-Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy

The pre-occupational therapy major provides students with the necessary foundation for graduate studies, leading to careers in physical therapy. Courses for the major draw from kinesiology, biology, mathematics, chemistry, psychology, art and various other disciplines.

B.A. Degree in Kinesiology: Physical Education Teaching

The secondary teaching emphasis of the kinesiology major provides a broad knowledge-base for students who wish to teach in a K-12 school.

Distinctive Features

In addition to the core classes in human anatomy and physiology, biomechanics and sport history, this emphasis explores dance movements and motor learning and analyzes many of the sports found in the K-12 school setting.

Career Opportunities

The secondary teaching emphasis is designed specifically for students who whi

B.A. Degree in Kinesiology: Fitness Management

With the rapid growth in the sport and fitness industry, health fitness professionals are in high demand. The health fitness emphasis offers students a solid foundation of knowledge, qualifying graduates for entry into a wide variety of occupations. Flexible course options allow some students to prepare for a career in sports and athletic training, while others prepare for professions in fitness and healthcare.

B.A. Degree in Kinesiology: Exercise Science

The exercise science emphasis explores the mechanics of sports and exercise in relation to the human body, offering students an introduction to the field.

Distinctive Features

Courses specific to this emphasis discuss motor learning, tests and measurements and offer practical experience in the field.

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