Explore undergraduate majors in the College of Education and Human Development
Kinesiology
The bachelor of science (B.S) program in kinesiology prepares individuals for roles in sports/health clubs or corporate fitness/exercise centers or serves as a background for exercise rehabilitation, exercise physiology, biomechanics, social psychology of sport, motor behavior, ergonomics, human factors, and other human performance contexts. This program prepares students for careers in fitness/wellness industries or the allied health sciences, such as physical and occupational therapy, medicine, and nursing. The undergraduate program can also be used as preparation for the master of education (M.Ed.)/initial licensure program in physical education, which prepares students for Minnesota teaching licensure in K-12 physical education.
How do I choose a major and career?
- The career cycle chart
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- Self-assessment
- Explore options
- Experience opportunities
- Goal setting
I need more information about this major. What should I do next?
- Visit the major’s Web page: Kinesiology
- Attend an informational session
- Meet with a program adviser
- Explore career paths
- Is teaching the right career choice for me?
How do I apply to a CEHD major?
- Tips on writing your kinesiology application essay
- Declaring a major in the College of Education and Human Development
How do I apply and transfer to other colleges at the U of M?
How do I gain relevant experience?
- Volunteering
- Service learning
- Internships
- Part-time and student employment
- International opportunities
- Research opportunities
- Student groups and leadership opportunities
- Application tools (résumé, cover letter, and interviewing resources)
For additional assistance with choosing majors and careers, applying to your major, and exploring experiential learning opportunities, stop by the Exploratory, Transition, and Career Services center (ETC Services) in Appleby Hall 127. Talk to a career counselor in the center or schedule an individual appointment by calling 612-625-3339.