Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Kinesiology] From Kansas State University

Kinesiology promotes an understanding of the necessity and application of physical activities for optimal health. Course work integrates biological science and social and behavioral science approaches using biomechanical, physiological, psychological and sociological perspectives.

Kansas State University’s international reputation in exercise physiology and public health physical activity provides students the opportunity to pursue exercise-related careers after graduation or seek admission to advanced education through health professional and graduate school.

More than 50 percent of K-State kinesiology graduates each year are admitted to physical therapy, physician assistant, public health, medicine, chiropractor and other health-related advanced graduate degree programs. In addition, several outsatnding students are admitted during their junior year at K-State for a combined Bachelor of Science/Master of Science.

Science degree in kinesiology with an emphasis in exercise physiology or a combined Bachelor of Science/Master of Public Health degree. The combined degree programs offer an accelerated route to an advanced degree.

Careers

•  Academic researcher
•  Chiropractor
•  Dentist
•  Exercise behavioral scientist
•  Exercise physiologist
•  Exercise specialist
•  Fitness specialist
• Health educator
•  Medical assistant
•  Medical doctor
•  Medical laboratory technician
•  Nurse
•  Occupational therapy