African American Studies (6 units)

• AFAM 2A - African Americans and the Development of America’s History and Government 3 units (D2)
• AFAM 2B - African Americans and the Development of America’s History and Government 3 units (D3+US123)

Asian American Studies (6 units)

• AAS 33A - Asian Americans in U.S. History I 3 units (D2)
• AAS 33B - Asian Americans in U.S. History II 3 units (D3+US123)

Chicana and Chicano Studies (6 units)

• CCS 10A - Mexican Americans and the Development of U.S. History and Government 3 units (D2)
• CCS 10B - Mexican Americans and the Development of U.S. History and Government 3 units (D3+US123)

U.S. History and Government (6 units)

• HIST 15 - Essentials of U.S. History 3 units (D2+US1)
• POLS 15 - Essentials of U.S. & California Government 3 units (D3+US23)

Complete One Course From:

• KIN 160 - History of Sport and Physical Education 3 units
• KIN 161 - Philosophical Perspectives of Sport 3 units
• KIN 164 - Sociocultural Perspectives 3 units

Complete One Course From:

Some specializations require both KIN 165  and KIN 166 , so the student will take one to satisfy the core requirement and the other to satisfy the specialization requirement.

• KIN 165 - Motor Development 3 units
• KIN 166 - Motor Learning 3 units

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

This area of specialization is designed for students who are interested in future careers in the areas of exercise and fitness. Coursework is designed to develop knowledge and skills to work in cardiac rehabilitation or a variety of fitness and exercise related professions.

To fulfill GE areas B4 and D1, STAT 95  and PSYC 1  are recommended.

Inclusive Physical Activity in Communities (IPAC)

The Inclusive Physical Activity in Communities (IPAC) area of specialization would prepare students to work and teach in the community, with an emphasis on working with special populations, particularly individuals with disabilities and older adults. This emphasis area can also serve as undergraduate-level preparation for a Masters in Occupational Therapy (please see note after the listed required coursework). This 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 this area of specialization will develop competencies in planning, assessing, coordinating, implementing, evaluating and advocating appropriate inclusive physical activity across the lifespan. This area would prepare 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, after school/community transition sites, etc.

Rehabilitation Science

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

To fulfill GE areas B4 and D1, STAT 95  and PSYC 1  are recommended.

For students applying to PT school or PTA school, BIOL 129  and KIN 187  are recommended. BIOL 129  serves as an upper division biology course and both BIOL 129  and KIN 187  often lead to “bonus points” for PT/PTA applicants.

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 will be highlighted from a critical cultural studies perspective. Additionally, students interested in sports studies will also gain a background in sport management, strengthening their professional preparation.

To fulfill GE areas B4 and D1, 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). All coursework beyond the core must be selected in consultation with the student’s academic adviser 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 (page 22 of 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.