Longwood University
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology

Farmville, USA

DEGREE TYPE

BSc

DURATION

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

Key Summary

About: The Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology focuses on the study of human movement and physical activity, preparing students for various careers in fitness, health, and rehabilitation. The program emphasizes science-based approaches to understanding physical activity’s impact on health and performance.

Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers as exercise physiologists, fitness coaches, rehabilitation specialists, or health educators. They may also find opportunities in sports administration, wellness programs, or physical therapy.

Longwood's innovative Kinesiology program is designed to deepen your understanding of sports sciences, physical, mental, social wellness and their impacts on health and society.

What You'll Study

MAJOR

With the help of our expert faculty, you will explore and discover the scientific study of movement, performance and function through biomechanics, anatomy, physiology, psychology and neuroscience.

Our program is one of five CoAES accredited programs in the state. Students complete a hands on internship in a variety of health and fitness settings. All students complete a common core of coursework requirements and then may specialize in one of the following concentrations:

Health and Human Performance
Applied Health Sciences Profession
Administration and Leadership in Sport and Exercise

Learn to lead and provide professional leadership and educational services in the public and private enterprise. You'll develop skills that enhance individual and societal well being through our innovative programs designed to increase physical, mental and social wellness in an environment conducive to supporting a higher quality of life.

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