Kinesiology Programs
Quality at all levels.
The Department of Kinesiology leads future professionals in exercise science, healthcare, and physical education with multiple educational routes to suit every interest.
- Undergraduate Programs
- Physical Education Teaching
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science
- Minors
- Coaching
- Sport Administration
- Strength and Conditioning
- Graduate Programs
- Physical Education Pedagogy
- Kinesiology and Sport Performance
Physical Education Teaching
- One of the top teaching majors at UNI
- Blend of teacher preparation and exercise science
- Part of UNI’s legacy, the first physical education program in Iowa
- 100% career placement
Contact: Fabio Fontana (fabio.fontana@uni.edu)
Kinesiology & Exercise Science
- Human movement and its powerful impact on health and sport performance
- Consistently high placement into leading health professions programs
- Top-notch facilities, laboratories and experiences on and off campus
- Faculty who teach, mentor, AND shape knowledge
Future employers value the depth of preparation from one of UNI's strongest pre-health programs.
Contact: Fabio Fontana (fabio.fontana@uni.edu)
Kinesiology Minors
Graduate Programs
Physical Education Pedagogy
This master’s degree option addresses the professional development needs of PK-12 physical education teachers. It’s part of a set of online degrees offered in conjunction with Online & Distance Education that have been recognized as among the best in the country for master’s in education degrees and online programming. Link practice to theory while broadening your understanding of the educational processes in the physical education teaching and learning environment.
Coordinator: Fabio Fontana (fabio.fontana@uni.edu)
Kinesiology & Sport Performance
Whether you're a new graduate wanting to continue your education, or a professional seeking to advance your career in strength and conditioning, coaching, fitness or sports administration, the master's in kinesiology and sports performance offers what you need to advance. You will work directly with clients and the community to learn more and gain valuable experience in applied research.
Coordinator: Fabio Fontana (fabio.fontana@uni.edu)