What Is Kinesiology & Health Promotion?
Kinesiology and health promotion is the study of human movement, exercise, wellness and the factors that influence overall health and quality of life. At UW, students gain hands-on experience and develop the knowledge needed for careers in healthcare and allied health fields through coursework in exercise science, health promotion and human performance. With opportunities to participate in research across various labs, students apply classroom learning in real-world settings while preparing for graduate study and careers in areas such as physical therapy, athletic training, public health and wellness.
Faculty in the kinesiology and health promotion program are experts in their respective fields and cover many areas of healthcare. To name a couple, Dr. Boyi Dai researches injury biomechanics and served as an associate editor for Sports Biomechanics. Dr. Danielle Bruns conducts cardiovascular research and focuses on therapies for cardiac disease treatment. Since our K&HP faculty are interested in a wide span of research, students have the opportunity to closely explore unique areas in depth.
What Can You Do with a B.S. in Kinesiology and Health Promotion?
With a degree in kinesiology and health promotion, you’ve got plenty of exciting paths to explore. Careers in fitness, coaching, wellness, rehab or graduate programs, like physical therapy or public health are all options. It’s a great way to help others live healthier lives!
- Physical Therapist
- Elementary Teacher
- Recreational Therapist
- Physician
- Nurse Anesthetist
- Exercise Trainer
- Athlete
- Occupational Therapist
- Athletic Trainer
- Wellness Coach
- Strength and Conditioning Coach
- Public Health Specialist
- Clinical Exercise Physiologist
- Rehabilitation Specialist
- Corporate Wellness Coordinator
- Fitness Director
- Kinesiologist
*Some of these occupations require further education and certification.
- University of Wyoming
- Auburn
- Penn State
- University of Alabama
- Creighton School of Medicine
- New Mexico State University
- Columbia University
- Baylor School of Physical Therapy
- Washington University
Certainly! Our program builds a solid foundation in human movement, health, and wellness, perfect for roles in physical therapy, medicine, public health and more.
Kinesiology is the broad study of human movement, covering biomechanics, physiology and motor behavior. Exercise science is a subfield that focuses more on how exercise impacts the body, including fitness, performance and rehab. Both lead to great health careers!
“As a student in this department, I was gifted the ample support and opportunities provided by the faculty, staff and fellow students.”
- Kinesiology & Health Promotion Graduate
