Complete one course from:

• KIN 160 - History of Sport and Physical Education 3 unit(s)
• KIN 161 - Philosophical Perspectives of Sport 3 unit(s)
• KIN 164 - Sociocultural Perspectives 3 unit(s)

Complete one course from:

All specializations, except Sports Management and Culture, require both KIN 165  and KIN 166 .

• KIN 165 - Motor Development 3 unit(s)
• KIN 166 - Motor Learning 3 unit(s)

Physical Activity Courses:

• Four activity courses from at least
  four different movement areas
    (In addition to university graduation requirement) 4 unit(s)

Exercise and Fitness Specialist

The Exercise and Fitness Specialist specialization includes coursework to develop knowledge and skills to work in corporate fitness, as a personal trainer, in clinical exercise programs, and a variety of other fitness and exercise related professions.

To fulfill GE areas B4 and D, STAT 95  and PSYC 1  are recommended.

Inclusive Physical Activity in Communities (IPAC)

The Inclusive Physical Activity in Communities (IPAC) specialization prepares students to work and teach in the community, with an emphasis on working with special populations, particularly individuals with disabilities and older adults. This specialization can also serve as undergraduate-level preparation for the Master of Science and Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (please see note after the listed required coursework). The IPAC curriculum provides students with the specialized skills and knowledge to provide effective service delivery to individuals with disabilities, older adults, and other diverse populations in a physical activity setting. Students in the IPAC specialization develop competencies in planning, assessing, coordinating, implementing, evaluating and advocating appropriate inclusive physical activity across the lifespan. Coursework in the IPAC specialization prepares students for careers in a variety of fields including: infant/toddler programs, physical activity for older adults in recreation or residential facilities, spinal cord injury rehabilitation centers, aquatic facilities, residential/seasonal camps, health/fitness clubs, disability sport programs, and after school/community transition sites.

To fulfill GE Area: 2. Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning (Formerly Area B4) and GE Area: 4. Social and Behavioral Sciences (Formerly Area D), STAT 95  and PSYC 1  are recommended.

Rehabilitation Science

The Rehabilitation Science specialization is designed for students interested in allied health professions, such as physical therapy, chiropractic, and physician’s assistant. Coursework is designed to develop knowledge and skills to pursue a future in physical therapy, chiropractic, medical school, or other health or rehabilitation careers.

To fulfill GE areas B4 and D, STAT 95  and PSYC 1  are recommended.

Sport Management and Culture

The purpose of the Sport Management and Culture (SMC) specialization is to provide an interdisciplinary understanding of sport management with a particular focus on social and cultural issues. Social justice and diversity issues are highlighted from a critical cultural studies perspective. Additionally, students interested in sports studies gain a background in sport management, strengthening their professional preparation.

To fulfill GE areas B4 and D, STAT 95  and PSYC 1  are recommended.

Individualized Studies

This area of specialization is designed to provide students with the opportunity to develop an individualized program of study. This pathway to the baccalaureate degree may be of particular interest to students needing considerable flexibility in designing a program of study to facilitate pursuit of an advanced degree or a specific career (e.g., sport broadcasting). The Individualized Studies specialization requires advising manager and undergraduate coordinator approval. All coursework beyond the core must be selected in consultation with the student’s academic advisor and is expected to form a coherent program of study that meets the student’s personal and professional goals.

Criteria for Individualized Studies Specialization

1. The curriculum should evidence breadth and depth of understanding in a specific area of interest within the field of Kinesiology. 
2. The program should exhibit a specific area of interest within Kinesiology as a focal point.
3. The program should include 18 upper division Kinesiology coursework units (in addition to the core requirements), which includes 1-3 units of internship/fieldwork. The program should include 17-19 upper or lower division electives in kinesiology or a related field selected in consultation with departmental advisor.
4. The program should conform to the career objectives submitted as a part of the formal Individualized Studies Proposal (refer to the Kinesiology Undergraduate Handbook ).
5. All courses should be adequately justified as a logical inclusion in this program.
6. The program must be submitted at least 30 units prior to the student’s anticipated graduation date.