School of Health and Sports Science PROGRAM

Kinesiology

The Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology prepares graduates for a variety of professional opportunities in health, sport and wellness.

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology

This degree provides the opportunity to combine Kinesiology with other disciplines such as psychology, Christian studies, education, or other areas of studies with minors.  Kinesiology also provides a perfect foundation of the study of movement with other pre-requisite academic coursework for students wishing to pursue graduate studies in the areas of athletic training, physical therapy, occupational therapy, exercise physiology, biomechanics, and other related professional fields. Specifically, the Pre-Professional advising concentrations of Pre-Athletic Training, Pre-Occupational Training, and Pre-Physical Therapy allow students to complete prerequisites for applications to graduate programs while completing courses in Kinesiology.

A student majoring in Kinesiology may choose a minor or supporting fields in other disciplines, or one of the concentrations in Kinesiology in lieu of a minor.

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Kinesiology Major for All Tracks

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  • Core Courses
  • Core Courses
  • Major Courses
  • Pre-Athletic Training Courses
  • Pre-Occupational Therapy Courses
  • Pre-Physical Therapy Courses
  • TE Health Ed (6-12) & Physical Ed (P-12)
  • TE Physical Education (P-12)
Core Courses
Effective English
The Literary Tradition
Intro to the Bible OR Christian Worldview
History of Christian Thought OR Mission & Message of Jesus
Basic Public Speaking OR Intro to Philosophy
History Course
Laboratory Science
Mathematics General
Education Electives
Major Courses
KIN 211 Introduction to Kinesiology Professions
KIN 212 Personal and Community Hygiene
KIN 213 Drugs and Society
KIN 218 Motor Skill Proficiency
KIN 252 Emergency Response
KIN 301 Kinesiology and Correctives
KIN 310 Developing Strength and Conditioning Programs
KIN 320 Sports Nutrition
KIN 332 Sports Psychology
KIN 351 Physiology of Exercise
KIN 403 Organization and Administration of Kinesiology Programs
KIN 405 Internship
KIN 407 Motor Development
KIN 409 Sport Skills Instruction and Training for Performance
KIN 421 Research in Kinesiology (MA 211)
MA 211 Elementary Statistics (hours in University core)
Non-varsity KIN activity (2 hours)
UM 101 University of Mobile 101 (1 hour)
Elective (10 hrs.)
Elective (3 upper level hrs.)
Pre-Athletic Training Courses
KIN 251 Introduction to Athletic Training
KIN 261 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
KIN 269 Functional Anatomy/Physiology
KIN 310 Developing Strength and Conditioning Programs
KIN 320 Sports Nutrition
KIN 410 Exercise Testing and Prescription (KIN 351)
Non-varsity KIN activity (2 hours)
Pre-Occupational Therapy Courses
KIN 251 Introduction to Athletic Training
KIN 261 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
KIN 269 Functional Anatomy/Physiology
KIN 310 Developing Strength and Conditioning Programs
KIN 320 Sports Nutrition
KIN 410 Exercise Testing and Prescription (KIN 351)
Non-varsity KIN activity (2 hours)
Pre-Physical Therapy Courses
KIN 251 Introduction to Athletic Training or
KIN 261 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
KIN 269 Functional Anatomy/Physiology
KIN 310 Developing Strength and Conditioning Programs
KIN 320 Sports Nutrition
KIN 410 Exercise Testing and Prescription (KIN 351)
Non-varsity KIN activity (2 hours)
TE Health Ed (6-12) & Physical Ed (P-12)
TE 201 Foundations of Education
TE 203 Human Growth and Development
TE 204 Introduction to Exceptional Children and Youth
TE 306 Principles and Ethics of Teaching in Secondary Schools (TE 201)
TE 405 Education and Technology (TE 306)
TE 422 Educational Psychology (TE 306 & admitted into TE)
TE 423 Student Teaching and Seminar (Admitted into TE & Pass All Praxis II Exams)
TE 433 edTPA Professional Development Seminar (Must be taken with TE 423)
KIN 404 Methods and Materials for Teaching Physical Education (TE 306 & admitted into TE)
KIN 406 Methods and Materials for Teaching Health (6-12) (TE 306 & admitted into TE)
TE Physical Education (P-12)
TE 201 Foundations of Education
TE 203 Human Growth and Development
TE 204 Introduction to Exceptional Children and Youth
TE 306 Principles and Ethics of Teaching in Secondary Schools (TE 201)
OR
TE 305 Principles and Ethics of Teaching in the Elementary School (TE 201)
TE 405 Education and Technology
TE 422 Educational Psychology (TE 306/305 & admitted into TE)
TE 423 Student Teaching and Seminar (Admitted into TE and pass all Praxis II exams)
TE 433 edTPA Professional Development Seminar (Must be taken with TE 423)
KIN 404 Methods and Materials for Teaching Physical Education (TE 306/305 & admitted into TE)
SHAPING YOUR FUTURE
Program Benefits
Career Opportunities

Program Benefits

  • Small classes and individual attention
  • Internships to gain valuable professional experience and observation hours for graduate applications
  • Professional Rescuer and AED training for certifications

Your Dream Job Awaits!

Physical Educator, Teacher, Coach

Health Care Professions in Fitness and Rehabilitation

Health and Physical Education Teacher

Personal Trainer/Fitness Specialist

SHAPING YOUR FUTURE
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“Kinesiology, the study of movement, spans many different professions. It not only includes the physiology (anatomy and physiology of the body) but also the psychology (mind) and pedagogy (learning/teaching) of movement. Those who study kinesiology should have a passion for helping people live healthier lifestyles, whether it be through physical activity, teaching sport skills, or rehabilitation of an injury/illlness to recover an active lifestyle.”

Dr. Lori DeLong Dean, School of Health and Sports Science, Program Coordinator, Kinesiology, Associate Professor of Kinesiology 251.442.2302 ldelong@umobile.edu

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