BS Kinesiology at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Science (BS) program in kinesiology is a comprehensive, science-based academic degree program centered around the physical, biological, behavioral, and social sciences related to the study of physical activity and human movement. Major coursework includes content focusing on human anatomy and physiology, exercise physiology, movement science, sport history and philosophy, sport sociology, and sport and exercise psychology.

Faculty: College of Education and Human Development | Duration: 4 years / 120 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: First Year Experience, Survey of Kinesiology, Physical Activity, Health Promotion, and Sport Management, Human Anatomy, Psychology, Biology Course with Lab, Chemistry Course with Lab, Physics Course with Lab, Physical Activity Course Requirement. . Collegiate Requirements: At least 22 upper-division credits in the major must be taken at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus.

Career pathways

Examples of career choices for graduates with a BS in kinesiology include: athletic performance training, athletic training, sport coaching, exercise testing and prescription in clinical and health settings, personal training in health clubs and corporate settings, pharmaceutical sales, physical and occupational therapy, physical education teaching, public health management, fitness/sport/medical device sales, and wellness and fitness specialist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

To be eligible to apply to the major, students must have: At least 45 credits completed or in progress A GPA above 2.0 is required. A GPA of 2.5, or higher, is preferred. Completed one course from five of the six following categories: Students transferring into the University of Minnesota must have completed one course from four of the six prerequisite categories. Once admitted to the major, transfer students will be expected to complete any outstanding courses from the six prerequisite categories their first semester. Minimum GPA 2.5 for college admission. Minimum GPA 2.5 for transfer students.

Duration: 4 years / 120 credits

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.tc.umn.edu/

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