Experiential Major Maps (Text-only)
College of Nursing and Health Innovation
Department of Kinesiology
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science (Clinical and Applied Physiology)
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1st year
Fall Semester
UNIV-NU 1000
ENGL 1301
POLS 2311
BIOL 1441
MATH 1302
CORE COURSE
Spring Semester
ENGL 1302
MATH 1308
PSYC 1315
POLS 2312
KINE 1300AND 1100
Summer (Optional)
HOURS 33
2nd year
Fall Semester
BIOL 2457
KINE 3350
HIST1301
CORE CLASS
ELECTIVE/MINOR
Spring Semester
KINE 3353
BIOL2458
HIST 1302
ELECTIVE/MINOR
ELECTIVE/MINOR
Summer (Optional)
HOURS 29
3rd year
Fall Semester
BIOL 1442
KINE 3415
PHYS 1441
KINE 3325
Spring Semester
PHYS 1442
KINE 4415
KINE 4317
POLS 2312
Summer (Optional)
HOURS 32
4th year
Fall Semester
KINE 4323
KINE 4400
ELECTIVE/MINOR
ELECTIVE/MINOR
Spring Semester
KINE 4490
ELECTIVE/MINOR
ELECTIVE/MINOR
ELECTIVE/MINOR
HOURS 27
TOTAL DEGREE HOURS 121
Familiarize yourself with your degree plan
Focus on your core KINE courses, such as KINE 1300,
KINE 1100, BIOL2457, MATH 1302
Meet with your advisor to make sure you are on track to transition to the EXSS Major Course Track
Research which of the three EXSS tracks you wish to pursue
Transition from EXSS intended to EXSS major*
Learn about research opportunities, professional growth, and programs within the department
Apply for scholarships: Please consult Mav ScholarShop for relevant EXSS scholarships
Research EXSS internship sites
Attend Kinesiology Student Research Day to learn about research opportunities
Meet with EXSS advisor to ensure you are on the correct track
Attend Society of Kinesiology Scholars meetings
Visit the International Student Center to learn about study abroad opportunities, clubs, on-campus events, and spring break community impact
Speak with a professort
Visit a lab about research opportunities in your department
Contact the Center for Service Learning for volunteer opportunities.
Attend speaker and special events.
Explore leadership opportunities in the department or other student organizations.
Attend the College-to-Career orientation session with Career Services and fill out the career fields of
interest form
Speak with Career Services about on-campus and summer job opportunities
Meet with Career Services about internship opportunities
Take on a leadership role in a student club or association
Attend the Career Fair to explore post-graduation career opportunities
*You can ask your freshman advisor about what these requirements are
Destination Graduation
Volunteer to tutor other students
Complete your EXSS internship
Present your research at Kinesiology Student Research Day
Apply to graduate
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
All Majors Job Fair
Federal Work Study
Internships
Interviews
MavMentors
Mentor incoming students and those seeking to be more engaged
Gain leadership skills by taking on a leadership role in a student organization
Attend an alumni networking event
If considering graduate school, take a scholarship proposal-writing workshop and discuss options with your advisor
GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT
Global Grounds
Global Mavericks Program
International Week
Language Exchange Program
Study Abroad
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Fraternity & Sorority Life
Leadership Institute
Leadership Minor
Student Governance
Student Organizations
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Alternative Break Trips
Center for Service Learning
Service Learning Courses
Service Learning Showcase
UTA Volunteers
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
Apply Classroom Knowledge Outside the Classroom
Challenge Yourself
Prepare for Graduate School
Set yourself apart from Your Peers
Attend Kinesiology Student Research Day
Find your career
What career options do I have with this major?
Graduate programs in:
Dental School
Medical School
Pharmacy School
Physical Therapy
Physician Assistant
Research-Related Programs
Workforce Skills
Critical Thinking: Analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems by using sound reasoning before forming a strategy, decision, or opinion.
Professionalism: Display effective work habits, high integrity, and ethical behavior. Possess the ability to demonstrate skills confidently and apply talents to achieve professional success.
Teamwork/Collaboration: Work within a team and foster collaborative relationships with peers and supervisors. Use interpersonal skills to demonstrate respect and dignity for others while working toward a common goal.
Career Readiness
Attention to Detail
Coaching/Teaching
Conditioning and Motivating
Critical Thinking
Good Judgment and Decision-Making
Planning & Organizing
Practice in Functional and Performance Assessments
Problem Solving in Exercise Prescription and Monitoring
Take Action
Explore workforce skill development through on-and-off-campus activities.
Engage with the UTA Lockheed Martin Career Development Center at uta.edu/careers.
Meet with a career consultant
Network with employers
Professionalism and Bedside Manner
Proficiency in Lab/Testing Skills
Proficient Knowledge in Anatomy, Physiology and Biology
Research Methods and Evidence-based Practice in Exercise Science
Reasoning Skills Associated with Exercise and Health
Understanding of Exercise and Physical Activity in Vulnerable Populations
Work Well Under Stress
Discover internships and co-ops
Apply for on-campus employment
Join Handshake, our career services platform
Participate in career development programs
Visit clinics/hospitals
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