BS Kinesiology, Accelerated

Program Details

• ADMISSION

  How to Apply

  Admission Requirements

  • Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA from all transfer coursework
  • 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 150 or 105: General, Organic and Biochemistry for Life
  • MATH 125: Pre-Calculus

  
  *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
  • PSYC 100: Introduction to Psychology
  • KINE 200: First Aid and Safety
  • KINE 201: CPR and AED
  • KINE 202: Introduction to Kinesiology

  View Catalog Page

• COSTS

  Pre-kinesiology core classes built into the program

  Semester	Units*	Subtotal**
  Fall Semester 1 - Block 1	5	$2,245
  Fall Semester 1 - Block 2	8	$3,592
  Spring Semester 1 - Block 1	4	$1,796
  Total	17	$7,633

  Cost for matriculated students who met the pre-kinesiology core classes

  Semester	Units*	Subtotal**
  Fall Semester 1 - Block 1	3	$1,347
  Spring Semester 1 - Block 1	4	$1,796
  Spring Semester 1 - Block 2	7	$3,143
  Summer Semester 1 - Block 1	6	$2,694
  Summer Semester 1 - Block 2	6	$2,694
  Fall Semester 2 - Block 1	7	$3,143
  Fall Semester 2 - Block 2	7	$3,143
  Spring Semester 2 - Block 1	7	$3,143
  Spring Semester 2 - Block 2	6	$2,694
  Total	53	$23,797

  *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
  • isit the Extended Learning funding page or call 760-750-4850 to learn more about your funding options
  • Federal VA educational benefits can be used for this program (not eligible for Cal Vet fee waiver)
  • Cal Grant can be used for this program
  • 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 - Movement Science Catalog Page

  Sample Schedule

  Semester	Course (units)
  Fall Semester 1 - Block 1	CHEM 150 (5)* KINE 303 (3)
  Fall Semester 1 - Block 2	BIO 177 (4)* MATH 125 (4)*
  Spring Semester 1 - Block 1	BIO 178 (4)* KINE 301(4)
  Spring Semester 1 - Block 2	KINE 305 (4) KINE 310 (3)
  Summer Semester 1 - Block 1	KINE 336 (3) ANTH 301 (3)
  Summer Semester 1 - Block 2	PHIL 345 (3) KINE 302 (3)
  Fall Semester 2 - Block 1	KINE 425 (4) BIO 316 (3)
  Fall Semester 2 - Block 2	KINE 326 (4) KINE 406 (3)
  Spring Semester 2 - Block 1	KINE 404 (3) KINE 426 (3) KINE 495A (1)
  Spring Semester 2 - Block 2	KINE 311 (4) KINE 495B (2)

  *These pre-kinesiology classes are only required for students who have not satisfied them prior to being matriculated into the program.
  

  Schedules are 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.