Major:
Kinesiology and Exercise Science Major

Description: A scientific program that focuses on the anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and biophysics of human movement, and applications to exercise and therapeutic rehabilitation. Includes instruction in biomechanics, motor behavior, motor development and coordination, motor neurophysiology, performance research, rehabilitative therapies, the development of diagnostic and rehabilitative methods and equipment, and related analytical methods and procedures in applied exercise and therapeutic rehabilitation.

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What is the Median Salary Range for Sport, Kinesiology, Health Sciences Majors?

U.S. Median Salary(starting):$61,300

U.S. Median Salary(mid-career):$73,400

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What jobs and careers are associated to a major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science?

•Exercise Physiologists

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