Kinesiology is an academic discipline which involves the study of physical activity and its impact on health, society, and quality of life. It includes, but is not limited to, such areas of study as exercise science, sport administration, athletic training and sports medicine, sport and exercise psychology, fitness leadership, physical education-teacher education, and pre-professional training for physical therapy, occupational therapy, medicine and other health related fields. It includes instruction, research, and professional service related to the behavioral, biomechanical, pedagogical, physiological, managerial, and socio-cultural aspects of physical activity as they impact on learning movement patterns, disease and injury prevention, and participation in physical activity, exercise and sport. It involves the general population as well as special groups such as children and older adults; people with disabilities, injuries, or disease; and athletes.

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Exercise Science Major

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science

The undergraduate exercise science program prepares you for entry-level positions in the exercise and fitness field, or for postgraduate study in exercise science or other health-related disciplines. The program is also designed to prepare you for appropriate professional organization certifications. Learn more.

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Sport Administration Major

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science

Earn a bachelor’s degree in the fast-growing field of sport administration. Our course of study includes hands-on, real-world learning opportunities that will prepare you for your future career. Learn more.

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Teaching Major in Physical Education and Health 

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science

The all-grade teaching major in physical education and health prepares students to teach physical education in the pre-kindergarten through 12th-grade setting, while also preparing students to teach health in the secondary setting in grades 5-12. Learn more.

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Physical Fitness and Wellness Courses

Dedicate two credits to your own self-care and personal wellness. The knowledge and habits emphasized throughout the course assist in building a strong foundation to your lifelong multi-dimensional wellness. Learn more.

Aquatics

Ball State’s minor in aquatics prepares you for employment opportunities in a broad range of aquatic-related career fields. Our coursework provides students with state-of-the-art information and the most recent agency certifications available. Learn more.

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Coaching

The undergraduate coaching minor prepares students to coach student-athletes from pre-kindergarten through college. The program emphasizes administration, coaching sports, coaching methods, fitness training assessment, motor development, and anatomy/physiology. Learn more.

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Kinesiology

A minor in Kinesiology provides students with an opportunity to explore the broad field of physical activity and its impact on health, society, and quality of life. Learn more.


Scuba

Ball State’s minor in scuba works well with majors in archaeology, criminology, and biology as well as others where investigation or rescue work is required in the water. Learn more.

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Sport Administration

If you are pursuing a major in a business-related field, education, exercise science, journalism, telecommunications, etc., Ball State's sport administration minor will prepare you for practical, real-world knowledge and experiences. Learn more.

Sport and Exercise Psychology

Sport and exercise psychology (SEP) is a growing field in which professionals provide mental skills consultation to individuals, groups, teams, and/or organizations who want to improve their preparation and performance.  Learn More.

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Sport Event and Facility Management

A Sport Event and Facility Management minor allows students to enhance their knowledge of hosting events within the necessary facilities, venues, and spaces to accommodate activities. Learn more.

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Sport Law and Politics Minor

A minor in Sport Law and Politics provides students an opportunity to discover the broad, yet detailed content of law and compliance with a variety of sport settings. Learn more.

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Sport Sponsorship and Revenue Minor

A Sport Sponsorship and Revenue minor allows students to understand the requirements to generate revenue for sports organizations actively. Learn more.

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Physical Fitness and Wellness Courses

Dedicate two credits to your own self-care and personal wellness. The knowledge and habits emphasized throughout the course assist in building a strong foundation to your lifelong multi-dimensional wellness. Learn more.

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Graduate Certificate in Athletic Coaching Education

Our 12-credit, all-online program is a great way to expand upon a graduate degree in sport administration, sport performance, or sport and exercise psychology. Or you can use this to prepare to coach part-time or volunteer. Learn more.

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Athletic Coaching Education

Master of Arts or Master of Science

Earn a world-class master's degree, fully online, with a faculty who've performed on national and international stages of coaching and have worked with Olympians and NCAA athletes. Learn more.

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Athletic Training

Master of Science

Prepare for a career preventing, diagnosing, and treating injuries and illness related to physical activity with a master of science in athletic training. Learn more.

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Biomechanics

Master of Science

With the world moving at an ever-faster pace, it’s more important than ever to understand the mechanics of how people move. That’s what biomechanics is all about. This degree will prepare you for doctoral work or an exciting career in clinical, industrial, or academic settings. Learn more.

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Clinical Exercise Physiology

Master of Science

Our clinical exercise physiology program at Ball State prepares you to help individuals flourish through innovative approaches to exercise and rehabilitation. Learn more.

 


Exercise Physiology

Master of Science

Ball State’s master's degree in exercise physiology will prepare you for doctoral degree programs in exercise physiology and related disciplines. Our program, founded in 1965, has graduated approximately 200 students into the professional research world of exercise physiology. Learn more.

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Sport Administration

Master of Arts or Master of Science

The sport administration program is designed to prepare graduates for a career in a variety of areas within the sport industry. Our comprehensive curriculum allows students to pursue both an applied and theoretical approach to sport. Learn more.


Sport and Exercise Psychology

Master of Arts or Master of Science

The sport and exercise psychology (SEP) specialization will outfit you with theoretical foundations, research knowledge, and real-world experiences related to the psychology of sport performance and exercise behavior. Learn more.


 

 

PhD in Human Bioenergetics

Ball State’s PhD in bioenergetics will prepare you for an exciting and fulfilling research career in exercise physiology or related disciplines. Our program, founded in 1981, has graduated over 60 individuals into the professional research world of exercise physiology. Learn more.

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Cognate in Sport Administration

If you are interested in sport administration, the Cognate in Sport Administration is the perfect program for you. Our directed coursework is tailored to the needs of students interested in the field, providing you with the knowledge and skills to excel in a career in sports. Learn more.

Sport and Exercise Psychology

Cognate in Sport and Exercise Psychology

Are you a doctoral student interested in sport and exercise psychology? Add the SEP cognate to your plan of study and gain knowledge and skills in theory and research. Our program prepares you for conducting mental skills consulting with coaches, athletes, parents, fitness professionals, and military personnel. Use your expertise to enhance performance and enjoyment in sports and physical activity. Learn more.