BS Kinesiology

Program Details

• ADMISSION

  Admission Requirements

  • Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA in all transferable units attempted 
    • 2.5 GPA for students who have already completed a bachelors
  • Completion of the equivalent of 60 transferable semester units at a community college or university 

  Prerequisites

  CSU lower-division general education requirements must be completed prior to admission to CSUSM.

  • Area A1 Oral Communication GEO 102
  • Area A2 Written Communication GEW 101
  • Area A3 Critical Thinking LTWR 115, MATH 110, PHIL 110 or PSYC 110
  • Area B4 Mathematics, Any CSU B4 Math

  
  Program prerequisites included in the program*:

  • BIOL 177: Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology for Kinesiology I
  • BIOL 178: Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology for Kinesiology II
  • CHEM 105 or 150: General, Organic and Biochemistry for Life
  • KINE 202: Introduction to Kinesiology
    
    

  *You may apply without these or transfer them in if already completed. 
  
  

  Program prerequisites not included in the program:

  • BIOL 104: Principles of Biology: Human Emphasis (*Must be completed prior to program start)
  • PSYC 100: Introduction to Psychology
  • KINE 200: First Aid and Safety
  • KINE 201: CPR and AED
    

  View Catalog Page

• COSTS

  Cost Breakdown

  Semester	Units*	Subtotal**
  Fall Semester 1	14	$6,286
  Spring Semester 1	17	$7,633
  Summer Semester 1	9	$4,041
  Fall Semester 2	16	$7,184
  Spring Semester 2	15	$6,735
  Total	71	$31,879

  *Unit rate for this program is $449

  **University semester fees not included. View complete breakdown of Extended Learning fees. Semester tuition subtotals based on sample program sequence. All quoted tuition rates are based on previous academic years and are subject to change without notice.

  Funding and Financial Aid

  • This program is eligible for financial aid
  • Visit the Extended Learning funding page or call 760-750-4850 to learn more about your funding options
  • Cal Grant can be used for this program
  • Federal VA educational benefits can be used for this program (not eligible for Cal Vet fee waiver)
  • Active duty military, veterans and dependents should visit the military services page or call 760-750-8705
• COURSE SEQUENCE

  View course descriptions and specific program requirements on the Kinesiology - Health Science Catalog Page. 

  Please note: This program has a set schedule of courses that you are expected to follow as part of your cohort.

  Program Requirements

  This program is designed to be completed in five academic terms, including one summer. The pre-kinesiology core may be completed prior to admission, but will also be provided during the first three terms if you choose to begin without these courses.

  Plan of study inlcludes:

  • Required pre-kinesiology core courses
  • Kinesiology courses in the health science option
  • Required upper-division general education courses

  Required Upper-Division General Education Courses

  Course (area)	Course (units)
  BIOL 323 (BB)	Biology of Nutrition and Disease (3)
  PHIL 345 (CC)	Bioethics and Medical Ethics (3)
  ANTH 301 (DD)	Culture and Medicine - Healers and Healing Practices (3)

  
  

  Additional University and Required Graduation Courses

  Course (area)	Course
  HIST 130 or HIST 131 (American Institutions)	U.S. History (1500-1877) or U.S. History (1877-Present)
  PSCI 100 (American Institutions)	U.S. Government and Politics

  These required courses are not included in the plan of study and it is preferred they be taken prior to admission.

  Sample Schedule

  Example Semester

  Semester	Course (units)
  Fall Semester 1	BIOL 177 (4) - Pre-Kine Core KINE 202 (3) - Pre-Kine Core KINE 303 (3) KINE 305 (4)
  Spring Semester 1	BIOL 178 (4) - Pre-Kine Core HD 350 (3) KINE 301 (4) KINE 316 (3) KINE 336 (3)
  Summer Semester 1	ANTH 301 (3) - DD BIOL 323 (3) - BB PHIL 345 (3) - CC
  Fall Semester 2	CHEM 105 (5) - Pre-Kine Core KINE 311 (4) KINE 326 (4) KINE 404 (3)
  Spring Semester 2	KINE 405 (3) KINE 406 (3) KINE 407 (3) KINE 426 (3) KINE 495 (3)

  Schedule is subject to change.

• FAQ

  What is a cohort?

  A cohort is a group of students who work through a curriculum together to achieve the same academic degree. Because they are accepted into the same program, take their classes together and graduate together, students in cohorts tend to form a strong support system and professional network that benefit them during their degree program and beyond.

  What is the difference between the two kinesiology options: movement science and health science?

  In both programs, you will learn the fundamentals of kinesiology, the science of movement that integrates the biological, physical, behavioral and social sciences in the study of physical activity and how that affects people throughout their lives.

  Both the movement science and health science options cover topics including movement anatomy, exercise physiology, nutrition, epidemiology, motor control, statistics and much more. Both programs require an internship where you will gain hands-on experience working in the field of kinesiology.

  Movement Science

  • Understanding the mechanics of how the human body moves
  • Location: San Marcos
  • Duration: Accelerated, 16-month program
  • Topics: Care and prevention of athletic injuries, social and emotional health, biomechanics of human movement and more
  • Potential careers: Physical and occupational therapy, fitness education, physical training, nutrition consulting, etc.

  Health Science

  • Understanding the effects of health issues on the individual and community
  • Location: Temecula
  • Duration: Five-semester program
  • Topics: Human anatomy and physiology, physiology of disease, bioethics, health promotion, drug education and more
  • Potential careers: Health and wellness education, public health, community and health advocacy, epidemiology, etc.

  What services do you offer to active military, veterans and dependents?

  Please visit our military and veteran services page to learn how we can help.