KinesiologyBachelor of Science (B.S.)
Be part of the movement to promote health and fitness.
Health and fitness are critical concerns as rates of obesity, diabetes and other preventable medical problems continue to rise. With a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology from the University of North Dakota, you’ll be prepared to teach physical education, coach athletics or work in the growing fields of exercise, fitness and sports performance.
- Program type:
- Major
- Format:
- On Campus or Online
- Est. time to complete:
- 4 years
- Credit hours:
- 120
Why study kinesiology at UND?
Kinesiology at UND
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Kinesiology is an excellent choice for students interested in health, fitness and physical activity. Our on-campus facilities, such as our specialized exercise physiology and biomechanics laboratories, are a great way to develop practical skills and experience the hands-on nature of this growing industry.
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You will learn from world-class researchers (all of our faculty have PhDs), including some of the nation's leading scientists and high performance coaches. Our faculty offers a practical approach to learning, which means you will work on real-world projects and gain direct practical experience.
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We are nationally connected. We have industry and professional relationships that support student internships, research and community engagement and open opportunities for future employment.
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Our students have had placements and internships with organizations including U.S. Department of Agriculture, YMCA and Choice Health and Fitness, Ralph Englestad Arena and UND Sport teams.
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UND's Kinesiology program is a Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) accredited teacher education program.
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Watch Kinesiology students Erika and Emily use the BiPed Lab to study motion.