Kinesiology

Kinesiology Program

Welcome to the Kinesiology Department at TAMUT. Kinesiology is the study of the principles of mechanics and anatomy in relation to human movement. Kinesiology, as an integrative discipline, focuses on the studies of human movement related to physical activity and sport, incorporating the scientific areas of anatomy, physiology, neuroscience, biochemistry, biomechanics, psychology, epidemiology, history and sociology, and encompassing such professional fields as clinical exercise physiology, Physical Education and coaching, physical therapy, athletic training and sport management.  The Kinesiology program at TAMUT is established in response to the significant needs from local schools and communities, and the challenge of various health related problems among our young/old people in our community. around Texarkana area.  Students graduate from our Kinesiology program will play a very important role in providing health related physical activities and rehabilitation services to the public, and contribute to the health promotion in the area of Texarkana, nearby cities and the greater Northeast of Texas region. 

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Career Options and Professional Development

Graduates from the Kinesiology program will find a wide range of career and further education pathways, including: Teachers, Exercises Science Educator, Health & Wellness Expert, Sports Science Consultant, Sports & Fitness Consultant, Community/Schools, even Sales & Marketing!

Graduates may also obtain teacher certificate, coaching, personal trainer certificate and other qualifications by further study on these certificate programs offered on/off campus in the future. 

Program Internship

The program internship is designed to assist students to engage in the real-life workplace environment in related local school and community, including private companies with international exposure. The internship will be conducted during second last or last semester of students’ final year of studies.  This is a credit-bearing learning experience.

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