Homepage | School of Kinesiology Go to the U of M home page One Stop MyU Positions Available Assistant/Associate Professor of Sport & Exercise Psychology Lecturer - Kinesiology Teaching Specialist/Lecturer in Physical Education Helping people live long, healthy lives Our research labs and centers support communities around the world. Move with purpose, learn with passion Unleash your potential through our undergraduate programs. Creating leaders, shaping futures Our graduate programs support your interests and desired career path. What is kinesiology? Kinesiology is the study of physical activity and human movement. It's applied to various contexts, including exercise, health care, and sports. #10 Ranking among kinesiology doctoral rankings (NAK, 2023) 471 | 155 Undergraduate and graduate students enrolled 318 Number of classes offered Research Part of the School of Kinesiology’s mission is to conduct innovative, interdisciplinary research in physical activity, human movement, and sport. Check out the work being done in the School’s research labs and centers Academics We offer three undergraduate majors, four undergraduate minors, six graduate programs, and two non-degree programs and certificates. Read more about the programs we offer and the faculty who instruct them. Outreach The work done by our faculty and students promotes lifelong health and well-being in local, national, and global communities through public outreach and civic engagement activities. Read the latest news from the School. Learn with us Undergraduate Undergraduate programs Esports management minor Esports management minor With an expected 318 million Esports enthusiasts worldwide by 2025, there is a growing need for trained Esports leaders. The School of Kinesiology prepares students to be competitive applicants in the Esports and sport management fields. Undergraduate Kinesiology BS Kinesiology BS The kinesiology major is great for students interested in the the physiology and psychology of human movement. Students will explore the interactions between muscles, bones, joints, and the nervous system, making it a great pre-health major option. Undergraduate Physical activity and health promotion BS Physical activity and health promotion BS Our physical activity and health promotion (PAHP) major is great for those interested in learning how to increase physical activity, create healthy lifestyles, and improve health. In this growing field, there are a wide variety of career options. Undergraduate Physical activity and health promotion minor Physical activity and health promotion minor The physical activity and health promotion (PAHP) minor allows students to explore areas within physical activity, personal health, and wellness promotion. Undergraduate Sport management BS Sport management BS The bachelor of science (BS) program in sport management is for students who are interested in working with professional, collegiate, or community sports and athletic organizations. Undergraduate Sport management minor Sport management minor Sport management is the business side of the sport industry. It blends the unique aspects of sport with common business, marketing, management, and social and ethical principles. Undergraduate Sports coaching minor Sports coaching minor The sports coaching minor program is ideal for students who wish to coach, or are currently coaching, youth, club, high school, or college sports. This program provides a general theoretical basis for the many areas of knowledge needed for coaching Undergraduate Please configure this component to see content. Graduate Graduate programs Doctorate (PhD) in kinesiology Doctorate (PhD) in kinesiology A PhD in kinesiology prepares students for a career in academics, teaching, research, or clinical settings Graduate Kinesiology MS Kinesiology MS The master of science (MS) in kinesiology program combines theoretical instruction and practical experience Graduate Master's in education (MEd) in sports and exercise science Master's in education (MEd) in sports and exercise science This provides advanced study in the broad areas of physical activity, including exercise science, movement science, and human performance, to prepare students for careers in health-related professions Graduate Master's in education (MEd) in sports management Master's in education (MEd) in sports management This is a practitioner-oriented master's program designed to prepare students for advanced study or careers in sport administration, sport management, or sport and fitness related professions Graduate Physical activity and health promotion MEd Physical activity and health promotion MEd The physical activity and health master of education promotion (MEd) provides advanced study in the broad areas of the promotion and implementation of physical activity and the resulting effect it has on health Graduate Please configure this component to see content. Non-degree programs Non-degree programs Coaching certificate Coaching certificate The sports coaching certificate program is ideal for students who wish to coach (or are currently coaching) youth, club, high school or college sports. Non-degree Physical activity program Physical activity program These 1-credit, 1xxx-level Physical Education (PE) courses are available to the entire student body. Non-degree Study abroad Study abroad The School of Kinesiology encourages students to consider a study abroad program during their undergraduate or graduate studies. Non-degree Please configure this component to see content. News and announcements MPR News podcast features Kinesiology's Beth Lewis on exercise adherence MPR News podcast features Kinesiology's Beth Lewis on exercise adherence April 22, 2026 A recent "MPR News with Angela Davis" podcast featured Kinesiology's Dr. Beth Lewis on exercise adherence. Elbers and Antunovic present at CSCA conference Elbers and Antunovic present at CSCA conference April 22, 2026 Alumna Jenna Elbers and Dr. Dunja Antunovic presented at the 2026 Central States Communication Association. Hogue publishes in the International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching Hogue publishes in the International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching April 21, 2026 Dr. Candace M. Hogue has published on how coaching style affects athlete confidence in the International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching. Favian Morales receives NIH Intramural Research Training (IRTA) Fellowship Favian Morales receives NIH Intramural Research Training (IRTA) Fellowship April 21, 2026 ICEPL Master's student Favian Morales has received an NIH Intramural Research Training (IRTA) Fellowship at the NIA. Hogue publishes in Journal of Clinical Sport Psychology Hogue publishes in Journal of Clinical Sport Psychology April 21, 2026 Dr. Candace M. Hogue has published on the role of the coaching climate in athletes managing performance stress in the Journal of Clinical Sport Psychology. Yamaoka and Hogue publish in Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology Yamaoka and Hogue publish in Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology April 18, 2026 Doctoral student Yugo Yamaoka and Dr. Candace M. Hogue have published in the Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology. Juckett publishes in Pediatric Cardiology Juckett publishes in Pediatric Cardiology April 16, 2026 Dr. Will Juckett has published on adiposity measures and heart rate variability in children in Pediatric Cardiology. Dengel posts blog on muscle-to-bone ratio Dengel posts blog on muscle-to-bone ratio April 16, 2026 Dr. Donald Dengel has posted a blog on muscle-to-bone ratio. Eri Lee presents at Association for Asian American Studies Eri Lee presents at Association for Asian American Studies April 16, 2026 Eri Lee has presented at the Association for Asian American Studies Conference. 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