Kinesiology and Sports Studies B.S.

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The B.S. in Kinesiology and Sports Studies has four concentrations:

Concentration 1: Exercise Science - prepares students to assess fitness, interpret findings, and prescribe individual and group exercise and fitness programs for individuals who are apparently healthy and those with controlled disease.

Concentration 2: Strength and Conditioning – prepares students to optimize performance in athletic and tactical populations.

Concentration 3: General Kinesiology – prepare students for careers in fitness and wellness by customized coursework.

Concentration 4: Allied Health – prepares students for advanced post-graduate programs in allied health, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician assistant, and chiropractic.

A graduate should possess the following competencies:

  1. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body.
  2. Knowledge of concepts of fitness
  3. Skill in promoting health, wellness, and nutrition
  4. Skill in designing safe and effective fitness programs or physical education
  5. Skill in biomechanical analysis, evaluating and improving movement patterns
Concentration 1: Exercise Science
The mission of the Exercise Science concentration is to prepare competent entry-level Exercise Science professionals in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains. Using foundational anatomical and physiological knowledge and guidelines published by the American College of Sports Medicine, students will learn to assess fitness, interpret findings, and prescribe individual and group exercise and fitness programs for individuals who are apparently healthy and those with controlled disease. Graduates will also be skilled in evaluating health behaviors and motivating individuals to modify negative health habits and maintain positive lifestyle behaviors for health promotion. Learning and skill development will occur through a variety of methods including lecture, labs, hands-on experience, as well as an internship. Exercise Science graduates possess knowledge and skills desirable in multiple industries. Graduates enjoy a wide range of career options in the university, corporate, commercial, or community settings. The degree can also serve as a foundation for advanced study in exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and other graduate health programs.
Students must have a grade of "C" or better in all major and support courses. Students MUST have and maintain a 2.5 overall and major GPA in order to take 300- and 400- level classes in the program.
Core Curriculum Courses
See the Core Curriculum Requirements42
Required Kinesiology Core Courses
College Algebra ^
HHPK 1301Foundations of Kinesiology 3
HHPK 1306First Aid and Safety 3
HHPK 1338Concepts of Physical Activity 3
HHPK 290Structural Kinesiology3
HHPK 2356Prevention & Care of Athletic Injuries *3
Nutrition ^
HHPK 335Kinesiology *4
HHPK 350Motor Learning and Motor Control *3
HHPK 450Exercise Physiology *4
Required courses for Exercise Science
HHPS 317Group Exercise Instruction3
HHPH 333Nutrition for Health and Fitness3
HHPH 360Health Psychology and Behavioral Strategies3
HHPK 355Evidence Based Practice in Exercise Science3
HHPK 445Administration and Leadership3
HHPK 460Fitness Assessment *4
HHPK 461Exercise Prescription *3
HHPK 462Exercise Prescription for Varied Populations *3
HHPK 463Senior Capstone in Exercise Science *3
HHPK 437Internship in Kinesiology *3
Hum Anatomy/Physiology I ^
Hum Anatomy/Physiology II ^
Choose any FRA Course1
Minor required18
Total Hours = 120
^

meets core curriculum requirement

*

 Refer to prerequisite.

A grade of “C” or higher must be earned in all courses in this Major. (This includes Support and Elective courses).

Concentration 2: Strength & Conditioning
The Strength and Conditioning concentration within the Health and Human Performance Department at East Texas A&M University will allow students to achieve proficiency in the skill of performance coaching by having a world class understanding of the science leading of optimizing human potential, and provides real world experience in the strength and conditioning profession. The program focuses on gaining combined competencies of sport/exercise science, management, and individualized and group coaching. The Strength and Conditioning program is designed to prepare students for advanced certification in sports science, to critically evaluate new technologies and program proposals, and be an advocate for their clients in a constantly changing field of sports performance. Graduates will take with them substantial experience, expertise, and other resources to effectively address the challenges of serving as strength and conditioning specialists.
Students must have a grade of "C" or better in all major and support courses. Students MUST have and maintain a 2.5 overall and major GPA in order to take 300- and 400- level classes in the program.
Core Curriculum Courses
See the Core Curriculum Requirements42
Required Kinesiology Core Courses
College Algebra ^
HHPK 1301Foundations of Kinesiology 3
HHPK 1306First Aid and Safety 3
HHPK 1338Concepts of Physical Activity 3
HHPK 290Structural Kinesiology3
HHPK 2356Prevention & Care of Athletic Injuries *3
Nutrition ^
HHPK 335Kinesiology *4
HHPK 350Motor Learning and Motor Control *3
HHPK 450Exercise Physiology *4
Required courses for Strength & Conditioning
HHPS 210Sport Psychology3
HHPH 330Sport Nutrition3
HHPK 316Resistance Training3
HHPK 322Principles of Strength and Conditioning3
HHPK 445Administration and Leadership3
HHPK 460Fitness Assessment *4
HHPK 461Exercise Prescription *3
HHPK 470Program Design in Strength & Conditioning I3
HHPK 473Program Design in Strength & Conditioning II *3
HHPK 437Internship in Kinesiology *4
Hum Anatomy/Physiology I ^
Hum Anatomy/Physiology II ^
Required Electives2
Minor required18
Total Hours120
^

meets core curriculum requirement

*

 Refer to prerequisite.

A grade of “C” or higher must be earned in all courses in this Major. (This includes Support and Elective courses).

Concentration 3: General Kinesiology
Students in the general kinesiology concentration will gain knowledge in human movement and physical activity. The degree will prepare students for a career in fitness, wellness, or sport.
Students must have a grade of "C" or better in all major and support courses. Students MUST have and maintain a 2.5 overall and major GPA in order to take 300- and 400- level classes in the program.
Core Curriculum Courses
See the Core Curriculum Requirements42
Required Kinesiology Core Courses
College Algebra ^
HHPK 1301Foundations of Kinesiology 3
HHPK 1306First Aid and Safety 3
HHPK 1338Concepts of Physical Activity 3
HHPK 290Structural Kinesiology3
HHPK 2356Prevention & Care of Athletic Injuries *3
Nutrition ^
HHPK 335Kinesiology *4
HHPK 350Motor Learning and Motor Control *3
HHPK 450Exercise Physiology *4
Required courses for Kinesiology (Choose a minimum of 34 hours)34
HHPH 330Sport Nutrition3
HHPH 333Nutrition for Health and Fitness3
HHPH 360Health Psychology and Behavioral Strategies3
HHPH 472Stress Management3
HHPS 210Sport Psychology3
HHPK 253Lifetime Sports and Activities3
HHPS 317Group Exercise Instruction3
HHPA 339Therapeutic Rehabilitation3
HHPK 302Adapted Physical Education3
HHPK 304Motor Development3
HHPK 308Integrated Adventure Education3
HHPK 309Fundamental Rhythms and Dance3
HHPK 316Resistance Training3
HHPK 319Tactical Strength and Conditioning3
HHPK 322Principles of Strength and Conditioning3
HHPK 445Administration and Leadership3
HHPK 460Fitness Assessment *4
HHPK 461Exercise Prescription *3
Minor required18
Total Hours120
^

meets core curriculum requirement

*

 Refer to prerequisite.

A grade of “C” or higher must be earned in all courses in this Major. (This includes Support and Elective courses).

Concentration 4: Allied Health
The Allied Health concentration provides students a background in kinesiology that prepares them for an allied health graduate program. Students can take prerequisite courses for allied health programs such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, or other allied health professions. Students select support courses based on the prerequisites for specific professional school programs.
Students must have a grade of "C" or better in all major and support courses. Students MUST have and maintain a 2.5 overall and major GPA in order to take 300- and 400- level classes in the program.
Core Curriculum Courses
See the Core Curriculum Requirements42
Required Kinesiology Core Courses
MATH 1314College Algebra ^3
HHPK 1301Foundations of Kinesiology 3
HHPK 1306First Aid and Safety 3
HHPK 1338Concepts of Physical Activity 3
HHPK 290Structural Kinesiology3
HHPK 2356Prevention & Care of Athletic Injuries *3
Nutrition ^
HHPK 335Kinesiology *4
HHPK 350Motor Learning and Motor Control *3
HHPK 450Exercise Physiology *4
Required courses for Allied Health
HHPK 322Principles of Strength and Conditioning3
HHPK 460Fitness Assessment *4
HHPK 461Exercise Prescription *3
BSC 256Medical Terminology3
Hum Anatomy/Physiology I ^
Hum Anatomy/Physiology II ^
Required Support Courses for Allied Health (choose 18 hours)18
HHPH 330Sport Nutrition3
HHPH 333Nutrition for Health and Fitness3
HHPS 210Sport Psychology3
HHPS 317Group Exercise Instruction3
HHPK 302Adapted Physical Education3
HHPK 304Motor Development3
HHPK 316Resistance Training3
PSY 316Abnormal Psychology3
PSY 322Lifespan Development3
MATH 453Essentials of Statistics3
or MATH 1342 Elementary Statistical Methods
General and Quantitative Chemistry I
and General and Quantitative Chemistry Laboratory I ^
College Physics I ^
Introductory Biology I ^
Minor required18
Total Hours120
^

meets core curriculum requirement

*

 Refer to prerequisite.

A grade of “C” or higher must be earned in all courses in this Major. (This includes Support and Elective courses).

B.S.-M.S. 5 year Accelerated Pathway

BS in Kinesiology & Sports Studies and MS in Health, Kinesiology, & Sports Studies

The BS-MS accelerated degree program allows undergraduate students in the Kinesiology & Sports Studies-Human performance concentration to begin coursework towards the Master of Science in Health, Kinesiology, and Sports Studies-Human Performance program during their senior year at East Texas A&M University. Students can earn a B.S. and M.S. degree in five years upon completion of degree requirements for both degrees. For this accelerated program, graduate courses cannot be applied to the undergraduate degree. Students must apply to the accelerated program by the end of their junior year after having completed at least 90 hours of undergraduate courses and a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher. Additionally, students should have taken certain upper-level courses in their junior year to ensure they can be successful taking graduate courses with UG courses in their senior year (e.g., HHPK 335, HHPK 350, HHPK 450). Students must earn a B or higher in these courses. Students will be awarded both degrees at the same time after completing both B.S. and M.S. requirements.

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First Year
FallHoursSpringHours
ENG 13013ENG 13023
HIST 13013HIST 13023
Component Area3Creative Arts3
BSC 24014BSC 24024
HHPK 13013HHPK 13383
 16 16
Second Year
FallHoursSpringHours
PSCI 23053PSCI 23063
Component Area3MATH 13143
HHPK 13063HHPK 2903
HHPK 23563HHPS 3173
HHPH 3313HHPH 3333
FRA1 
 16 15
Third Year
FallHoursSpringHours
Language, Philosophy, Culture3HHPK 3354
HHPK 3503HHPK 3553
HHPK 4604HHPK 4613
HHPH 3603Minor3
Minor3Minor3
 16 16
Fourth Year
FallHoursSpringHours
HHPK 4453HHPK 4373
HHPK 4504HHPK 4633
HHPK 4623Minor3
Minor3 
Minor3 
 16 9
Total Hours: 120
First Year
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 0
Total Hours: 0
First Year
FallHoursSpringHours
ENG 13013ENG 13023
MATH 13143HIST 13013
CID 1300 or CID 23013PSCI 23053
Creative Arts3BSC 24014
HHPK 13013HHPK 13383
 15 16
Second Year
FallHoursSpringHours
HIST 13023Language, Philosophy, Culture3
PSCI 23063HHPK 23563
US Science3HHPH 3313
HHPK 13063GKIN 13
HHPK 2903GKIN 23
 15 15
Third Year
FallHoursSpringHours
HHPK 3503HHPK 3354
GKIN 33GKIN 63
GKIN 43GKIN 73
GKIN 53GKIN 83
Minor3Minor3
 15 16
Fourth Year
FallHoursSpringHours
HHPK 4504GKIN 113
GKIN 93GKIN 123
GKIN 103Minor (300/400)3
Minor3Minor (300/400)3
 Minor (300/400)3
 13 15
Total Hours: 120
First Year
FallHoursSpringHours
ENG 13013ENG 13023
MATH 13143HIST 13013
CID 1300 or CID 23013PSCI 23053
Creative Arts3BSC 24014
HHPK 13013HHPK 13383
 15 16
Second Year
FallHoursSpringHours
HIST 13023Component Area3
PSCI 23063Language, Philosophy, Culture3
BSC 24024HHPK 23563
HHPK 13063PHYS 14014
HHPK 2903BSC 2563
 16 16
Third Year
FallHoursSpringHours
HHPK 3503HHPK 3354
HHPK 3223HHPK 4613
HHPK 4604Allied Health Support3
Minor3Minor3
 Minor3
 13 16
Fourth Year
FallHoursSpringHours
HHPK 4504Allied Health Support3
Allied Health Support3Allied Health Support3
Allied Health Support3Allied Health Support3
Minor3Minor3
 Minor3
 13 15
Total Hours: 120