BSE Kinesiology - Physical Education Teacher Education at University of Kentucky

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Science in Physical Education Teacher Education equips you with the skills and knowledge to pursue a teaching certificate in K-12 physical education, enabling you to inspire and educate students about the importance of physical fitness and healthy lifestyles. With this degree, you can make a positive impact on the health and well-being of younger generations through engaging and fun physical activities.

Faculty: College of Education | Duration: 128 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall, Spring, Summer | Location: Lexington, KY, United States

What you will study

The Physical Education Teacher Certification program provides comprehensive knowledge about the structure of physical education through content courses in individual and team sports, dance, lifetime activities, teaching methods, and adapted physical education. Students apply this knowledge in practical settings to ensure they are well-prepared to teach physical education. Below is a template that outlines the typical course progression for this major.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University/college-level requirements (not programme-specific): official high school transcript with pre-college curriculum; ACT or SAT optional (test-optional admission). Applies to admission to College of Education. Programme-specific requirements: ACT scores may allow students to opt out of Praxis testing for program admission.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

First-year entry term: Fall 2027 (applications open August 1). Transfer entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer.

UK is test-optional for admission and scholarships through the 2028-29 academic year; most freshman applicants may apply without an ACT or SAT score.

First-year applicants for Fall 2027: Early Action deadline December 1 (recommended for Lewis Honors College and competitive and academic scholarships); Regular Decision deadline February 15. Application fee is $50 for domestic and $60 for international applicants. Apply with the UK application or the Common App.

Transfer applicants: application deadlines are August 1 for Fall (scholarship deadline June 15), November 15 for Spring and April 15 for Summer. The application fee is $50, waived for applications fully submitted on listed Transfer Tuesday dates.

Graduate applicants apply online through The Graduate School application system; deadlines and supplemental materials are set by each programme page. Minimum undergraduate GPA 2.75, minimum graduate GPA 3.0, and 2.5 for graduate certificate applicants (programmes may require more).

Apply through the official page: https://academics.uky.edu/apply

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