B.A. Liberal Arts: Kinesiology

At Hope the Kinesiology major provides a broad study of human movement and performance over the entire lifespan – infancy to adult years. Emphasis is placed on understanding human movement in a diverse and changing society. The program also includes a liberal arts curriculum that focuses on oral and written communication, leadership, critical thinking, and Biblical studies.

The program is offered in conjunction with California State University, Fullerton, which is located right across the street from Hope. In this program, students take a blend of coursework from each university, resulting in a broad educational experience.

This program also prepares students for graduate work in fields related to exercise, sport, movement and wellness.

The B.A. in Liberal Arts: Kinesiology program is 134-135 units.

Concentrations

• Clinical Exercise Science
• Fitness & Health Promotion
• Teacher Education
• Gerokinesiology
• Sports Studies

Career Opportunities

• Sports Psychologist
• Health Promotion
• Fitness/Health Educator
• Teacher/Professor
• Gerokinesiology

Interesting Courses

• Intro to Athletic Training
• Sports Psychology
• Prevention and Care of Athletic Injury
• Nutrition
• Health Science Teaching Assistant