Kinesiology, Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology

Degree Description

The kinesiology major is designed to prepare students to assume positions as fitness or health promotion directors and exercise consultants in private or public agencies, health centers, cardiac rehabilitation programs, as well as corporate fitness programs. This major is also well-suited as a pre-professional program for students interested in further pursuing a career in athletic training, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, physician assistant, and other medical fields. Additionally, the kinesiology major will prepare students for research intensive graduate programs in exercise physiology, biomechanics, physical activity, and others.

Admissions

Students must have a cumulative and major GPA of at least 2.5.

Fast Track Program

The School of Health and Kinesiology has developed a Fast Track program for highly qualified and motivated students providing the opportunity to complete a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in an accelerated time frame.  With Fast Track, students may count up to 9 graduate hours toward the completion of their undergraduate program as well as the graduate degree program. 

Program Specifics:

• This program is available for undergraduate students pursuing a BS in Public Health major desiring to pursue a MS in Health & Kinesiology with a Health Behavior concentration, or those pursuing a BS in Kinesiology major desiring to pursue a MS in Health & Kinesiology with an Exercise Science concentration.
• Students must have completed no less than 60 undergraduate hours.
• Students must have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0.
• Students must complete the Fast Track Approval form and obtain all signatures and submit to the Office of Graduate Studies prior to first enrollment in a graduate course.
• Students will work with their undergraduate advisor to register for the graduate courses.
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required for graduate coursework to remain in good standing.
• Students remain undergraduates until they meet all the requirements for the undergraduate degree and are eligible for all rights and privileges granted undergraduate status including financial aid.
• Near the end of the undergraduate program, formal application to the graduate program is required. The application fee will be waived, the applicant will need to contact the Office of Graduate Studies for a fee waiver code. 
  • Admission to Fast Track does NOT guarantee admission to the graduate program.  
  • The admit term must be after the completion term of the undergraduate degree.

Alternative Entry into the MA in Athletic Training from the BS in Kinesiology

The School of Health and Kinesiology offers an alternative entry into the MA in Athletic Training, which allows outstanding students to complete the BS undergraduate Kinesiology degree and the MA in Athletic Training graduate degree. The alternative entry program is designed for dedicated students who are motivated and willing to take on early the challenges relating to graduate education. Interested students are encouraged to meet with their academic advisor for more information about this program.

Requirements

Courses Required for Major (Core Curriculum)

In addition to the general education requirements, the following courses must be taken:

Students must complete all required coursework, both general and professional, with a minimum GPA of 2.5 before applying for their practicum experiences. Prior to graduation, all exercise science coursework must be completed with a least a 2.5 overall GPA and no grade below “C-“.

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BIOL2740 and BIOL2840 can be taken in place of BMCH 2400 and 2500

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Professional electives are chosen from the Elective Core Categories on the degree worksheet. Other courses may qualify following advisor approval

This roadmap is a suggested plan of study and does not replace meeting with an advisor. Please note that students may need to adjust the actual sequence of courses based on course availability. Please consult an advisor in your major program for further guidance.

This plan is not a contract and curriculum is subject to change

Additional Information About this Plan:
University Degree Requirements: The minimum number of hours for a UNO undergraduate degree is 120 credit hours. Please review the requirements for your specific program to determine all requirements for the program. In order to graduate on-time (four years for an undergraduate degree), you need to take 30 hours each year.

Placement Exams: For Math, English, Foreign Language, a placement exam may be required. More information on these exams can be found at https://www.unomaha.edu/enrollment-management/testing-center/placement-exams/information.php

**Transfer credit or placement exam scores may change suggested plan of study

GPA Requirements: 2.5 cumulative and major GPA

Graduation Requirements: Students must have a cumulative and major GPA of at least 2.5, no grade lower than "C-" in required courses, and no incomplete in required courses to be recommended for graduation.