California Polytechnic State University, Pomona

What you'll study

Coursework investigates physiological, biomechanical, psychological and sociological aspects of kinesiology and prepares students to design, implement and evaluate programs that promote lifelong health and physical activity. The program explicitly includes three optional emphases: Exercise Science, Health Promotion, and Sociocultural Studies. Laboratories and clinics provide hands-on experience with motor development assessment, advanced screening tools and wearable activity technologies.

Entry requirements

The programme page directs prospective students to the course catalog and departmental advisors for the most current enrollment and catalog details. Applicants should consult those official resources for specific admissions criteria.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for a range of applied roles in fitness, wellness and sport, and for further professional or graduate study. Typical career outcomes highlighted by the program include:

• Sports coach
• Personal trainer
• Strength and conditioning trainer
• Exercise physiologist
• Wellness coach
• Biomechanist

The Exercise Science emphasis notes preparation for advanced degrees and professional schools such as physical therapy, physician assistant, chiropractic or medicine. The Health Promotion emphasis targets roles in university/college wellness centers, corporate wellness and health education. The Sociocultural Studies (Sport and Social Justice) emphasis supports work in social justice, international sport organizations, diversity and sport research or graduate study in kinesiology.

Scholarships & funding angle

For up-to-date information on scholarships, financial support and course specifics the programme page advises visiting the course catalog and contacting an academic advisor or the department; students should pursue departmental scholarships and university-wide funding opportunities early in their application process.