Kinesiology
Kinesiology is the study of the art and science of human movement. The goal of the department is to promote and advance society's appreciation for human movement and its numerous contributions to an improved quality of life. This goal is addressed through programs covering the biological, psychological, social and environmental factors that influence an individual's capacity to lead a health lifestyle. Whether your interests are in personal fitness, athletic training, coaching, teaching, health and wellness, or one of our pre-professional programs like cardiac rehabilitation or physical therapy there is something for everyone interested in the study of human movement.
Why study kinesiology?
- It has many practical applications and leads to a variety of exciting career opportunities related to human performance.
- It is great preparation for graduate studies in areas such as exercise physiology, cardiac rehabilitation, biomechanics, physical therapy, occupational therapy and education.
- The degree options in kinesiology will prepare students to take on leadership roles in using exercise as a means to help prevent health problems from obesity to heart disease to the treatment of sports related injuries and using exercise to improve the health of cancer survivors.
- Kinesiology graduates have the opportunity to work with people of all ages, abilities and stages of life.
- Students in the programs also can improve their physical performance while building an exciting career in helping others improve their quality of life.
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Career options
- Teach physical education and/or coach interscholastic teams.
- Work as an athletic trainer for sports medicine clinics, schools or sport teams.
- Work in the health and fitness field for public institutions and private corporations such as athletic clubs, health clubs, wellness centers and youth organizations or as a personal trainer.
- Continue your education through graduate study for work in areas such as exercise physiology, physical therapy, chiropractic, cardiac rehabilitation, motor learning, athletic administration, biomechanics, sport psychology or various medical fields.
Undergraduate programs
The UW-Eau Claire department of kinesiology offers:
Major
- Kinesiology
- Athletic Training (see separate Fact Sheet)
Areas of emphasis
- Movement Studies (standard liberal arts major; requires a minor outside of department)
- Teaching Early Childhood through Adolescence Physical Education
- Sport Pedagogy
- Human Performance (areas of specialization include Sport Performance, Fitness Management, Health Promotion and Pre-Professional)
Minor
- Science of Coaching
- Adaptive Physical Education
- Kinesiology
Special department admissions requirements
Refer to the UW-Eau Claire catalogue, check out the kinesiology Web site or contact the kinesiology department, for detailed admission requirements.
Admission is competitive and resources available limit the number of students admitted to the programs.
High school preparation
A minimum of 17 college preparatory units are required including:
– 4 years of English (at least 3 composition and literature)
– 2 years of a single foreign language
– 3 years of math (algebra, geometry, 1 advanced college preparatory math)
– 3 years of natural science
– 3 years of social science (1 must be world or American history)
– 2 additional units in the areas already mentioned or other academic areas
Freshman course work (sample first year)
Physical education or sport pedagogy emphasis
Fall Semester
- Kins 190, Concepts in Kinesiology, 3 credits
- Phys 100, Physical Science, 4 credits
- Engl 110, Introduction to College Writing, 5 credits
- GE III or IV, 3 credits
Spring Semester
- Kins 194, Anatomical Kinesiology, 3 credits
- Kins 290, Introduction to Physical Education, 3 credits
- Biol 130, Human Sexual Biology, 3 credits
- Math 104, Finite Mathematics with Applications, 4 credits
- Pols 110, American National Politics, 3 credits
Human performance emphasis
Fall Semester
- Kins 190, Concepts in Kinesiology, 3 credits
- Engl 110, Introduction to College Writing, 5 credits
- Chem 103 or 115, General Chemistry, 5 credits
- GE III or IV, 3 credits
Spring Semester
- Kins 194, Anatomical Kinesiology, 3 credits
- Biol 196, Human Nutrition, 3 credits
- Phys 100 or Phys, 211, 4/5 credits
- Math 104, 4 credits
Movement studies emphasis
Fall Semester
- Kins 190, Concepts in Kinesiology, 3 credits
- Kins 194, Anatomical Kinesiology, 3 credits
- Engl 110, Introduction to College Writing, 5 credits
- GE III or IV or foreign language, 3-6 credits
Spring Semester
- Biol 151, Biology of Humans, 4 credits or Physics 100
- GE III or IV or foreign language, 6 credits
- Course in minor, 3 credits
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