Explore the Principles and Theories Related to Fitness and the Human Body
From biomechanics to exercise physiology, our classes teach students to create fitness programs, to diagnose injuries and design rehabilitation plans, and to apply these skills to semester-long projects.
Kinesiology Programs
The Department of Kinesiology offers five areas of study designed to prepare students for careers as fitness trainers, administrators and managers in the field of athletics, and entry level positions in various health care settings. Three of our tracks prepare students to enter graduate programs designed for licensure for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and athletic training. Most students select this degree with the goal of helping people in the area of fitness, sports, medicine, and other related fields.
Major in Kinesiology
The Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Kinesiology provides a foundation in the physiological and mechanical aspects of the human body.
Athletic Training Track
The Athletic Training concentration explores principles of injury prevention and rehabilitation. This track prepares those interested in national certification for graduate school.
Pre-Occupational Therapy Track
The Pre-Occupational Therapy concentration provides students with the appropriate academic prerequisites to apply for entrance into graduate Occupational Therapy programs in the state of Texas and nationwide.
Sports Management Track
The Sports Management concentration prepares business-minded students for careers in sports marketing, facility management and planning, human resources, strategic planning, sport finance and facility design.
Physical Therapy Organization
The Physical Therapy Organization (PTO) works to give hope to those undergoing rehabilitation through outreach. In addition, we empower allied health field community members, especially pre-PT students to excel in both their academic and professional careers.