Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Kinesiology is the disciplinary study of physical activity and how it impacts individual and societal health and well-being. The discipline explores physical activity from a wide range of cognate disciplines, including, but not limited to, biomechanics, physiology, history, psychology, sociology, philosophy, and pedagogy. It involves areas of study that include sports performance, fitness leadership, sports medicine and related allied health professions, socio-cultural analysis of sport, sport and exercise psychology, physical education, and coaching. The BS in Kinesiology degree prepares students for careers in the fitness and exercise and allied health professions. Our mission is to prepare graduates who are knowledgeable, professional, and take a multidisciplinary approach to promoting physical activity. The degree not only examines the theoretical underpinning of sport, exercise, fitness and health, but is committed to addressing the practical issues concerning coaching and instructing, exercise, fitness and sport. It also addresses prescription; programming and safety in promoting health and performance-related physical activity; and issues of social justice in and through sport. The diverse curriculum strives to be innovative and encourage creative thinking and practice. The program outcomes are aligned with the University’s Institutional Learning Outcomes, the College of Education and Allied Studies Conceptual Framework, and the American Kinesiology Association’s Learning Outcomes. At the completion of the program graduates will be able to do the following: • Acquire a multi-disciplinary perspective in kinesiology • Explain the importance of life-long physical activity • Explain the importance of professionalism and socially just practice in kinesiology • Communicate using relevant and contextually compelling content • Use evidence-based practices in kinesiology • Critically evaluate situations, questions, and issues in kinesiology