BS in Kinesiology, University of Alabama at Birmingham

The Kinesiology program at UAB focuses on understanding how the human body can stay healthy and physically fit. This degree offers multiple concentrations such as exercise science, fitness leadership, exercise bioenergetics, and physical education with teacher certification. The coursework covers a variety of topics including exercise physiology, metabolism, biomechanics, anatomy, physiology, chemistry, nutrition, and weight training. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in areas like physical therapy, occupational therapy, or as a physical education instructor. It emphasizes hands-on learning and practical experience, particularly for those pursuing teacher certification, which includes a student teaching component. Most of the program content is delivered on-campus via in-person meetings.