Kinesiology Minor

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Minor Requirements (35 units)

The minor in Kinesiology consists of 35 units.

The minor in Kinesiology serves students who wish to acquire knowledge of Kinesiology as a secondary academic focus. It also enables students who have a degree in another field to meet the prerequisite coursework requirements for the Master of Science degree in Kinesiology.

1. Lower Division Prerequisite (5 units)

BIOL 2010 - Human Physiology and Anatomy I Units: 5

2. Upper Division Core (9 units)

KIN 3300 - Critical Inquiry in Kinesiology Units: 5
KIN 3305 - Structural Kinesiology Units: 4

3. Upper Division Electives (18 units)

Complete two of the following:

KIN 3310 - Biomechanics Units: 5
KIN 3320 - Exercise Physiology Units: 5
KIN 3330 - Motor Learning and Control Units: 5
KIN 3350 - Sport and Exercise Psychology Units: 5

Complete two of the following:

KIN 3340 - Motor Development Units: 4
KIN 3701 - History of Physical Activity Units: 4
KIN 3740 - Philosophical Foundations of Kinesiology Units: 4
KIN 3750 - Sport in Contemporary Society Units: 4

4. Performance Requirements (3 units)

Complete at least one proficiency in at least three of the designated categories: aquatics, team sports, individual or dual sports, combatives, and fitness activities.