Undergraduate Program
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SpecializationsKinesiology B.S. Degree - Specializations Exercise Fitness Specialist Inclusive Physical Activity in Communities (IPAC) Individualized Studies Rehabilitation Sciences* (PrePT) Sport Management & Culture Transfer Curriculum Studies Kinesiology, B.S. Degree - Preparation Single Subject Teaching Adapted Physical Education *Note: For students interested in information |
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Undergraduate Admissions
The CSU and SJSU can only admit a certain number of students into the major. The application process is outlined on this webpage, and on the linked SJSU Undergraduate Studies page as well. Please direct all inquiries to the Advising Manager, Mr. Daniel Murphy.
On this webpage, you will find a wealth of department information and links to useful
resources on other sites within the university. In addition, please download and consult
the Department of Kinesiology Undergraduate Handbook, which contains information related
to the department and program. It should be your first stop when seeking an answer
to any program question you may have.
Apply to SJSU & Department of Kinesiology
1. You simply go through Cal State Apply (calstate.edu/apply), and follow the step-by-step instructions. Please be sure to completely fill out your application, as incomplete applications will not be considered.
2. When filling out the application, be sure to indicate Kinesiology as the department,
as well as your intended concentration (see descriptions above). In addition, be sure
to indicate your relevant scores.
Undeclared or Change of Major
If you are Undeclared and wish to declare Kinesiology as your major, or if you are declared in another major and wish to Change Majors to Kinesiology, please review the requirements listed here: Undeclared and Change of Major Information.
Prerequisites to the Kinesiology Major
- KIN 70 (Introduction to Kinesiology)
- BIO 65 (Anatomy)
- BIO 66 (Physiology)
- Area B4 MATH (Fulfilled in GE)
- CHEM 30A or higher
Required Core Classes in Kinesiology
| Course# | Title | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|
| KIN 70 | Intro to Kinesiology | 30 units complete |
| KIN 155 | Exercise Physiology | KIN 70, Bio 66, Chem 30A, GE Math |
| KIN 158 | Biomechanics | KIN 70, Bio 65, GE Math |
| KIN 160 or KIN 161 or KIN 164 |
History of Sport & Physical Education Philosophical Perspectives of Sport Sociocultural Perspectives |
KIN 70 |
| KIN 165 or KIN 166 |
Motor Development Motor Learning |
KIN 70 KIN 70, Bio 66 |
| KIN 175 | Measurement and Evaluation | KIN 70 and Math Area B4 |
| KIN 185 | Senior Seminar | KIN 70, completion of 35 major units |
| KIN ___ KIN ___ KIN ___ KIN ___ |
KIN Activity Courses: Choose 4 courses from 4 of 6 different movements areas |
Movement Areas for Activity Courses
| Area 1 Combatives |
Area 2 Fitness |
Area 3 Dance |
Area 4 Individual/Dual |
Area 5 Team |
Area 6 Adventure |
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| Aikido | Aerobics | Ballet | Archery | Basketball | Hiking/Backpacking |
| Judo | Body Sculpting | Latin | Badminton | Ice Hockey | Kayaking |
| Karate | Cardio-Kick Boxing | Line/Country Western | Bowling | Rugby | Sailing |
| Self Defense | Fitness Walking | Lindy Hop/Night Club Swing | Golf | Soccer | Scuba |
| Tae Kwon Do | Jogging | Jazz | Gymnastics | Rowing | |
| Pilates | Modern | Handball | Volleyball | ||
| Step Training | Social Dance | Ice Skating | Water Polo | ||
| Tai Chi | Tap | Racquetball | Athletics: Team | ||
| Weight Training | West Coast Swing | Swimming | |||
| Yoga | Table Tennis | ||||
| Tennis | |||||
| Athletics: Individual |
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