Why Kinesiology?
What is Kinesiology?
Kinesiology is the study of human movement from a variety of perspectives including, biochemistry, psychology, neurophysiology, sociology, dynamic systems of movement, sport business and marketing concepts, and the mechanics of motion. Kinesiologists study the teaching and learning of motor skills. Such aspects of movement can be examined from birth to old age, and in injury or diseased conditions. At the University of Michigan, Kinesiology is an academic unit consisting of four majors: Movement Science, Sport Management, Athletic Training, and Physical Education.
- Movement Science—Our health sciences and pre-allied health major. Many students go on to graduate programs to become doctors, physical therapists, physician assistants, professors, and occupational therapists.
- Sport Management—For students who love sports and business! Graduates go into marketing, promotions, sales, project management, public relations and often pursue graduate degrees in law or business.
- Athletic Training—An allied-health profession that allows students to prevent, treat and rehabilitate injuries. Students get hands-on experience with the finest collegiate athletic teams in the world…U of M! Graduates work with high school, college and professional teams, in addition to a wide range of non-academic clinical settings.
- Physical Education—Students receive the qualifications to become an educator in the public or private school systems, teaching children from kindergarten to 12 th grade. Our physical education program is widely regarded as one of the top programs.
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Why Kinesiology at University of Michigan?
- A Commitment to Academic Excellence …
“Above all else, we are committed to advancing the work and values of a brilliant academic community. Academic excellence is never negotiable, even when we are faced with short-term budgetary pressures.”
Mary Sue Coleman, President of University of Michigan
- Employment after Kinesiology Graduation
Recent Kinesiology graduates discuss the amazing impact Kinesiology has had on their careers. Learn more about how Kinesiology prepares its graduates for exciting careers by visiting our Careers section.
Kinesiology employs approximately 25 full-time and 20 part-time faculty, many of whom are nationally and internationally known leaders in their field. Our dedicated faculty are accessible and committed to teaching, mentoring, and advising students.
- Current Students Share Kinesiology Experiences
Kinesiology offers the U of M undergraduate the best of both worlds: a friendly, small unit within a great university. Students receive the support and close interaction with faculty that is more typical of a liberal arts college, along with all of the resources the University of Michigan has to offer. Current Kinesiology students share their experiences about academic excellence and the support they receive from faculty and staff in Kinesiology.
- Internships/Hands-On Experiences
Internships completed by Movement Science and Sport Management students may be done for credit or as a volunteer. Physical Education majors student teach and Athletic Training students complete clinical rotations. Athletic Training clinicals and student teaching experiences are also considered internships.
Students have interned at:
- ESPN, Fox Sports, NBC, HBO
- U-M Athletic Department
- PT Clinics and hospitals around the country
- Pistons, Tigers, Lions, Redwings and other professional and minor league teams
- Sport agencies
- Many, many other organizations
- Opportunities for Students to Conduct Research
Excellent opportunities for collaborative learning with faculty are available in a variety of laboratories. The Kinesiology Undergraduate Research Opportunity (KUROP) is a joint venture between the Division of Kinesiology and U-M's Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program (UROP). The goal is to promote research as a valuable component of undergraduate education. Students may also work in laboratories as part of an independent study experience. Our faculty welcome undergraduate students in their research labs.
- Students Get the Best of Both Worlds – University of Michigan and the Division of Kinesiology
Kinesiology enrolls close to 800 undergraduates and graduate students, combining the advantages of a close-knit, small school community while drawing upon all the resources of a larger university. Students love the smaller classes and the relationships they develop with faculty and staff.
The University of Michigan is a global leader known for advancing all aspects of life: health, law and public policy, the arts and humanities, science and engineering. Students and faculty have the opportunity to achieve more at the University of Michigan than anywhere else.
For more information, or to set up a visit to Kinesiology, please contact the Office of Student Services.
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