College of Education

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Question: What is Kinesiology?
Answer: Kinesiology is a term that describes the study of human movement. It includes but is not limited to the fields of biomechanics, exercise science, sports medicine, sport psychology, and physical education.

Question: What degree programs are available in the Department of Kinesiology and Health?
Answer: The department offers eight degree programs including undergraduate degrees in health and physical education, exercise science, and recreation in addition to graduate programs in health and physical education, exercise science, sports medicine and sport administration. In addition the department offers a doctoral degree program in sport science. Degree programs can be found by clicking on the following link: Degree Programs

Question: How do I apply for admission to a program in the Department of Kinesiology and Health?
Answer: Applications and application information can be found at Application Procedures.

Question: Is there funding available for graduate and doctoral students?
Answer: Yes, various graduate programs offer assistantships that include a stipend and tuition waiver. The doctoral program offers graduate assistantships in each of the three concentration areas. All assistantships are competitive. Please see the link on Graduate Assistantships for more information.

Question: What careers does the Department of Kinesiology and Health prepare students for?
Answer: The exercise program offers preparation for careers in corporate fitness and wellness, cardiac rehabilitation and other clinical careers, opportunities in the fitness industry, and advanced preparation in exercise physiology and biomechanics. The health and physical education program offers teacher certification for careers in public school teaching. The recreation program prepares students for careers in therapeutic recreation and urban recreation programs. The sport administration program prepares students for careers in the athletic industry including sport marketing, facility management, sport information, and other related areas. The sports medicine program prepares students already certified (or certification eligible) for advanced careers in athletic training. The doctoral program in sport science prepares students for research and teaching careers in exercise physiology, biomechanics, and physical rehabilitation sciences. See the Degree Programs link for more information.

Question: Where is Georgia State University and what facilities are available to students?
Answer: Georgia State is a leading research university located in the heart of downtown Atlanta, Georgia. More information can be found at the GSU Home Page.