BS in Kinesiology
Kinesiology is the study of human movement and the practice of helping people understand how their body performs, how to maintain proper physical health, and how to maximize their body's potential.
Concentrations are available in the following areas:
Human Movement Science
The Human Movement Science program is designed for students pursuing entrance into
various medically related fields.
Career opportunities: Occupational Therapy School, Physical Therapy School, Physician’s Assistant Programs, Dental and Medical Schools, among others.
Exercise Science and Human Performance
The Exercise Science and Human Performance concentration is designed to prepare students
for careers related to health, fitness, and sports performance across multiple populations
and settings.
Career opportunities: personal training, strength and conditioning, workplace wellness as well as hospital, government and community-based fitness settings.
Health and Physical Education Teacher Certification
This concentration leads to certification for teaching in Louisiana and most other
states, preparing a student to teach grades K-12 in physical education and health
as well as coach in a variety of settings.
Career opportunities: K-12 physical education and/or health teacher, sports coach.
Physical Activity and Health
The Physical Activity and Health concentration is designed for students interested
in areas of study such as physical activity behaviors, community health and wellness,
mental health, drug and alcohol education, global health, healthy lifestyles, health
advocacy, social determinants of health, and special populations.
Career opportunities: Government agencies (local, state, regional, or federal), Health communications, Hospitals and clinics, Non-Profit health organizations (e.g., American Heart Association), Medical sales, Universities, and Volunteer agencies
Pre-Athletic Training
The Pre-Athletic Training Concentration at LSU is a limited admissions program designed
to prepare students for a successful career as a highly qualified health care professional.
Career opportunities: Athletic Trainer
Minors in Kinesiology
The LSU School of Kinesiology offers three minors: Coach Education Minor, Health Sciences
Minor and Sports Studies Minor.
Pre-Medicine
You want to work as a doctor in a specialization or as a general practitioner. LSU
has many pathways to medical school, and Kinesiology may be a great fit for you.
Pre-Cardiopulmonary Science
You want to work as a respiratory therapist to improve patients’ heart and/or lung
functions. LSU has many pathways to this profession, and Kinesiology may be a great
fit for you.