Program Overview

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Kinesiology B.S. – Exercise and Sport Physiology

The Kinesiology B.S. program is designed for students interested in pursuing careers in sport science, health promotion, medicine, wellness, strength and conditioning, and clinical healthcare. The Exercise and Sport Physiology Track prepares students to take the Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP-C) exam offered by the American College of Sports Medicine.

Program at a Glance

• Program: Bachelor
• College: College of Health Professions and Sciences
• Department: Kinesiology & Phys Thpy, Schl of
• Duration: 4 Years
• Tuition:
  • In State: $212.28 per credit hour
  • Out of State: $802.54 per credit hour

Program Description

The bachelor's degree program in Kinesiology combines classroom coursework, practical field experiences, current research, and didactic laboratory experiences to build foundational knowledge in exercise science. The curriculum prepares students for professional certification exams from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

Career Opportunities

• Athletic Trainer
• Physical Therapist
• Sport Coach
• Strength & Conditioning Coach
• Exercise Physiologist
• Personal Trainer
• Physician Assistant
• Medical Doctor
• Registered Dietitian
• Sport Scientist
• University Professor
• School Teacher

Degree Requirements

Core Requirements: Basic Level

18 Total Credits

• Complete all of the following:
  • APK2003 - Careers and Professional Development in Kinesiology (3)
  • APK2300 - Injury Management and Emergency Care (3)
  • APK3200 - Motor Development and Learning (3)
  • APK3402 - Motivational Aspects of Human Performance (3)
  • SPM3504 - Risk Management and Administrative Responsibilities in Kinesiology (3)
  • APK3321 - Exercise is Medicine (3)
• A grade of "C" (2.0) or better is required.

Core Requirements: Advanced Level

18 Total Credits

• Complete all of the following:
  • Complete at least 1 of the following:
    • APK4103 - Kinetic Anatomy (3)
    • ATR4132 - Pathomechanics of Human Injuries (3)
  • Complete the following:
    • APK4113 - Strength and Conditioning I (3)
    • APK4220C - Applied Biomechanics (3)
    • APK4163 - Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism (3)
    • APK4125C - Assessment and Evaluation in Kinesiology (3)
    • APK4112 - Exercise Physiology I (3)
• A grade of "C" (2.0) or better is required.

Exercise and Sport Physiology Track Requirements

12 Total Credits

• Complete all of the following:
  • Complete the following:
    • APK4134C - Exercise Physiology II (3)
    • APK4175 - Body Composition and Weight Management (3)
    • APK4119 - Exercise Prescription for Special Populations (3)
  • Complete 1 of the following:
    • Earn at least 3 credits from the following:
      • APK4926 - Undergraduate Internship in Kinesiology (3 - 9)
    • OR
    • Earn at least 3 credits from the following types of courses: Restricted Electives

Restricted Electives

20 Total Credits

• Complete all of the following:
  • Many students will use these electives to take the required courses necessary for graduate studies in medicine, physical therapy, and other allied health graduate programs.
  • Earn at least 20 credits from the following:
    • APK2160 - Facts and Fallacies in Exercise and Nutrition (3)
    • APK3174 - Personal Training Methods (3)
    • APK3400 - Sports Psychology (3)
    • APK4114C - Strength and Conditioning II (3)
    • APK4203 - Essentials of Sports Science (3)
    • APK4926 - Undergraduate Internship in Kinesiology (3 - 9)
    • ATR4132 - Pathomechanics of Human Injuries (3)
    • PEM2104 - Personal Fitness and Wellness (3)
    • PEM2131 - Strength Resistance Training (2)
    • PEM2402 - Beginning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (2)
    • PEM2403 - Intermediate Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (2)
    • PEM2431 - Beginning Judo (2)
    • PEM2432 - Intermediate Judo (2)
    • PEO3324 - Coaching Volleyball (3)
    • PEO3514C - Coaching Soccer (3)
    • PEO3624 - Coaching Basketball (3)
    • PEO3644 - Coaching Football (3)
    • PET3097 - Health and Wellness (3)
    • PET3765 - Coaching Theory (3)
    • PET4143 - Current Issues & Trends in Kinesiology (3)
    • PET4763 - Coaching Methods and Principles (3)
    • SPM3204 - Sports and Ethics (3)
    • SPM3415 - Public Relations in Sport and Athletic Coaching (3)
    • SPM4723 - Legal Issues in Sport and Athletic Coaching (3)
    • BCH4024 - Medical Biochemistry (4)
    • BCH4053 - Biochemistry I (3)
    • BSC2010C - Biology I (4)
    • BSC2011C - Biology II (4)
    • CHM2046 - Chemistry Fundamentals II (3)
    • CHM2046L - Chemistry Fundamentals Laboratory (1)
    • CHM2210 - Organic Chemistry I (3)
    • CHM2211 - Organic Chemistry II (3)
    • CHM2211L - Organic Laboratory Techniques I (2)
    • CLP3143 - Psychopathology (3)
    • DEP2004 - Human Development Across the Lifespan (3)
    • HSC3110 - Medical Self Assessment (3)
    • HSC3147 - Introduction to Pharmacology (3)
    • HSC3537 - Medical Terminology (3)
    • HSC4572 - Clinical Nutrition (3)
    • MCB3020C - General Microbiology (5)
    • PCB3063 - Genetics (3)
    • PCB3233 - Immunology (3)
    • PCB3233L - Immunology Laboratory (1)
    • PHT4112C - Human Gross Anatomy (5)
    • PHT4112L - Human Gross Anatomy Lab (3)
    • PHY2053C - College Physics I Studio (4)
    • PHY2054C - College Physics II Studio (4)
    • SYO4400 - Medical Sociology (3)
    • ZOO3744 - Neurobiology (3)
    • APK4103 - Kinetic Anatomy (3)

Capstone Requirement

3 Total Credits

• Complete all of the following:
  • Complete the following:
    • APK4950 - Capstone in Kinesiology (3)
• Completed during the final semester in the program. Evidence of completing track-specific certification examination is required. In order to be approved for Capstone, students must meet with their Kinesiology advisor in the term prior to their final semester. A grade of "C" (2.0) or better is required.

Grand Total Credits: 71

Foreign Language Requirements

• Admissions: Two years in high school or one year of college instruction in a single foreign language.
• Graduation: None

Additional Requirements

• None

Required Minors

• None

Departmental Exit Requirements

• A minimum overall GPA of 2.5.
• Students must take a minimum of 24 hours of upper division Kinesiology courses from the UCF Kinesiology program to obtain the Kinesiology BS degree.
• Exercise and Sport Physiology specialization students must provide evidence of completing the Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP-C) exam offered by the American College of Sports Medicine (or alternative certification as approved by the program) during APK 4950 Capstone in Kinesiology.

University Minimum Exit Requirements

• A 2.0 UCF GPA
• 42 semester hours of upper division credit completed
• 30 of the last 39 hours of course work must be completed in residency at UCF.
• A maximum of 45 hours of extension, correspondence, CLEP, Credit by Exam, and Armed Forces credits permitted.
• Complete the General Education Program, the State Writing and Math Requirement, and nine hours of Summer credit.

Total Undergraduate Credit Hours Required: 120