Kinesiology (following the Area of Specialization in Transfer Curriculum Studies), BS (2024-2025) (AA-T in Kinesiology)

The AA-T in Kinesiology guarantees 60 transferable units and the completion of all lower division Core GE. This transfer degree will meet the KIN 70 , BIOL 65O , and BIOL 66 requirements at SJSU.

Below is the path to the BS in Kinesiology degree in 60 semester units for students who earn the AA-T in Kinesiology. A minimum passing grade of “C-” in all major courses is required (except for KIN 100W which requires a grade of “C” or better).

Year 1 | Year 2

Year 1

1st Semester (15 units)

Upper Division Writing Self Placement Exercise Completed
CHEM 30A - Introductory Chemistry 3 units
- if equivalent already taken, then take a Lower OR Upper Division University Elective
KIN 100W - Writing Workshop 3 units (Writing in the Disciplines)
KIN 160 , KIN 161 , or KIN 164 3 units
Kinesiology Activity Courses 3 units
Lower OR Upper Division University Elective 3 units

2nd Semester (15 units)

POLS 170V (Area V+US23) OR a different SJSU Studies Area V if US2+3 already satisfied 3 units
HIST 170S (Area S+US1) OR a different SJSU Studies Area S if US1 already satisfied 3 units
KIN 155 - Exercise Physiology 3 units
KIN 158 - Biomechanics 3 units
KIN 165 - Motor Development OR KIN 166 - Motor Learning 3 units

Year 2

3rd Semester (15 units)

SJSU Studies Area R 3 units
KIN 175 - Measurement and Evaluation in Kinesiology 3 units
Upper Division Kinesiology Major Core Course (see advisor) 3 units
Upper Division Kinesiology Major Core Course (see advisor) 3 units
Upper Division Kinesiology Major Core Course (see advisor) 3 units

4th Semester (15 units)

KIN 185 - Senior Seminar 1 unit
Upper Division Kinesiology Elective (see advisor) 3 units
Upper Division Kinesiology Elective (see advisor) 3 units
Upper Division Kinesiology Elective (see advisor) 3 units
Lower OR Upper Division Kinesiology Electives (see advisor) 5 total units

Roadmap Notes

A minimum of 40 upper division units must be completed for degree. This roadmap is a sample pathway. Check with a major advisor regarding the most appropriate course sequence for you. 60 units minimum will be transferred with this degree, however up to 70 transfer units can be applied to the lower division and lower division free electives if articulated.