A total of 120 credits, including elective credits, are required for the Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology. Students must complete University Integrative Studies and Writing Requirements, requirements for the Kinesiology major, and requirements for at least one cognate or minor.
All undergraduate students at Michigan State University must complete University Integrative Studies and Writing requirements. Course selections are tailored to various majors.
To satisfy the University's requirement for 24 credits of Integrative Studies, kinesiology students must complete:
NOTE: In lieu of 8 credits in Integrative Studies in General Science (ISB (3 credits), ISP (3 credits) and 2 credit Lab course), students in the Kinesiology major leading to the Bachelor of Science degree may complete an alternative science track that consists of the following courses: Chemistry 141 and 161, Kinesiology 251, and Physiology 250. The completion of Chemistry 161 and Kinesiology 251 satisfies the laboratory requirement. Chemistry 141 and 161, Kinesiology 251, and Physiology 250 may be counted toward both the alternative science track and requirements for the major.
4. At least two Integrative Studies courses that emphasize diversity
To fulfill the University's writing requirement a student must:
Core Requirements
Cognate or Minor Requirement
Internship Requirement
Students pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology may choose one or more of the following cognates and/or minors:
KIN 125 First Aid/Personal Safety (3 cr)
KIN 217 Anatomy Cadaver Lab (1 cr)
KIN 371 Intro to Research Methods (3 cr)
KIN 411 Exercise Physiology Lab (2 cr)
KIN 465 Adapted Physical Activity (3 cr)
KIN 217 Anatomy Cadaver Lab (1 cr)
KIN 365 Sensorimotor Control (3 cr)
KIN 371 Intro to Research Methods (3 cr)
KIN 443 Psychophysiological Aspects of KIN (3 cr)
KIN 465 Adapted Physical Activity (3 cr)
KIN 345 Sport and Exercise Psychology (3 cr)
KIN 445 Sociocultural Analysis of Physical Activity (3 cr)
KIN 371 Intro to Research Methods (3 cr)
KIN 443 Psychophysiological Aspects of KIN (3 cr)
KIN 465 Adapted Physical Activity (3 cr)
KIN 401 Principles of Coaching II, or approved substitution (4 cr)
KIN 453 Admin of Intramural Sports Programs, or approved substitution (3 cr)
KIN 454 Facility Planning & Construction (3 cr)
KIN 456 Ethical Issues in Athletics (2 cr)
The Coaching Minor is designed to provide students with knowledge, skills and experiences that will enable them to coach effectively and safely in school, community-youth and adult sports programs.
The Health Promotion Minor is designed to assist students in gaining a deeper understanding of health issues and their impact on overall quality of life. The multidisciplinary course options will provide a basis for personal and professional growth, emphasize positive lifestyle choices and explore global health/wellness concerns.
A minimum of three credit hours of internship (KIN 492/KIN 493) is required for students in Kinesiology. Students must work 60 hours* for each credit earned. *Beginning May 14, 2018 (Summer session), students will be required to work 45 hours for each credit earned.
See the complete internship guide.
To help you keep track of your requirements, please see the Undergraduate Kinesiology Planning Grid.
To help you plan your course schedule prior to enrollment, please see the suggested courses by year. Use this information as a guide; some classes may not be available during the suggested semesters. In addition to academic year enrollment, some students may also opt to take classes during the summer semesters.
WRA 101 – Writing as Inquiry (3)
MTH XXX – Per Math Placement Test (3-6)
ISS 2XX – Integrated Social Science (4)
CEM 141 – General Chemistry I (4)
CEM 161 – General Chemistry Lab I (1)
KIN 121 – The Healthy Lifestyle (3)
KIN 173 – Foundations of Kinesiology (3)
Elective Courses – as needed (3-9)
KIN 216 – Applied Human Anatomy (3)
KIN 251 – Principles of Human Movement (4)
IAH 201-210 – Integrated Arts/Humanities Requirement (4)
ISS 3XX – Integrated Social Science Requirement (4)
PSL 250 – Introductory Physiology (4)
Electives or Courses not taken in Year One – as needed (9-12)
KIN 250 – Measurement in Kinesiology (3)
KIN 310 – Physiological Bases of Physical Activity (3)
KIN 360 – Physical Growth & Motor Behavior (3)
IAH 211 or higher – Integrated Arts/Humanities Requirement (4)
Cognate Courses (3-6)
Electives or Courses not previously taken – as needed (9-12)
KIN 330 – Biomechanics of Physical Activity (3)
KIN 345/445 – Tier II Writing Course (3)
KIN 492/493 – Senior Internship (3-6)
Cognate Courses to complete requirement
Electives – as needed to reach 120 credits required for degree completion