Kinesiology B.S., with a Concentration in Pre-Health Professions
- Apply foundational concepts in anatomy and physiology to understand human movement and overall health.
- Use appropriate technologies and techniques to support scientific inquiry and professional practice.
- Effectively synthesize scientific information and effectively communicate through oral, written, and digital presentations.
- Demonstrate an understanding of ethical principles in research and professional practice.
- Collaborate with peers and professionals in team-based environments.
- Build a strong foundation for lifelong learning and professional growth in the disciplines.
Concentration outcome:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Core Curriculum Requirements 1 | 43 | |
| Kinesiology Major Core Requirements | 34-38 | |
| Pre-Health Professions Concentration Requirements | 21 | |
| General Electives | 22-18 | |
| Total Units | 120 | |
Kinesiology Major Core Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL-204C & 204CL | Human Anatomy and Human Anatomy Laboratory 2 | 4 |
| or KINE-251C & 251CL | Anatomy and Physiology I and Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory | |
| BIOL-304 & 304L | Human Physiology and Human Physiology Lab | 4 |
| or KINE-252 & 252L | Anatomy and Physiology II and Anatomy and Physiology II Lab | |
| MATH-265C | Intro to Statistical Methods (or) 2 | 3 |
| Health Professions Statistical Methods | ||
| KINE-150 | Biophysical Foundations of Kinesiology | 3 |
| KINE-218 | Injury Recognition and Management | 3 |
| KINE-221 | Movement Anatomy | 3 |
| KINE-242 | Motor Behavior Across the Lifespan | 3 |
| KINE-323 & 323L | Physiology of Exercise and Physiology of Exercise Laboratory | 4 |
| KINE-350 | Kinesiology Internship (3 units on average) | 1-5 |
| KINE-421 & 421L | Biomechanics and Biomechanics Lab | 4 |
| KINE-450C | Capstone Kinesiology Senior Project 2 | 3 |
| Total Units | 35-39 | |
- 1
Number of units required from the Core Curriculum not included in the major requirements below.
- 2
Fulfills university Core Curriculum requirement for 2025-2026.
Pre-Health Professions Concentration
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| This course is required for the concentration. | ||
| KINE-440 | Research/Stats in Kinesiology | 3 |
| Choose 6 or minimum of 18 units; Choices depend on career focus. | 18 | |
| Principles of Cell and Molecular Biology and Principles of Cell/Molecular Biology Lab | ||
| BIOL-100C & 100CL | Fundamentals of Biology for Non-Majors and Fundamentals/Biology for Non-Majors Lab | - |
| General Chemistry I and General Chemistry I Lab | ||
| General Chemistry II and General Chemistry II Lab | ||
| Integrated Chemistry and Integrated Chemistry Laboratory | ||
| Precalculus | ||
| Medical Terminology | ||
| Principles of Therapeutic Rehabilitation | ||
| Upper Extremity Injury Assmt | ||
| Lower Extremity Injury Assmnt | ||
| Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription | ||
| Principles of Nutrition and Metabolism | ||
| ECG and Exercise Testing | ||
| Ethics in Health Care | ||
| General Physics I and General Physics I Lab | ||
| General Physics II and General Physics II Lab | ||
| Total Units | 21 | |
ADDITIONAL COURSES/ELECTIVES TO BE BASED ON POST-GRADUATION PLANS.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Suggested Electives | ||
| BIOL (Electives in Biology) | ||
| CHEM (Electives in Chemistry) | ||
| PSYC (Electives in Psychology) | ||
Disclaimer: This sample Four Year Plan is provided as a guide for the recommended sequencing of courses. Vanguard University requires that students complete a minimum of 120 units of required course work as outlined on the Requirements tab in order to receive a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. It is the student's responsibility to confirm with the department the course rotation before enrolling in courses. If applicable, please note the footnotes at the bottom of the page for additional information related to courses listed in a particular year and term. Questions, contact the Department of Kinesiology.
Study Abroad Participation: Students interested in participating in the university's Study Abroad programs are encouraged to reach out to the Global Education and Outreach Office for more information and collaboration in their academic course planning. Students using Education and Training Benefits through the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs are encouraged to also reach out to the School Certifying Official for more information regarding how benefits can be applied.
| Year 1 Term 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| KINE-150 | Biophysical Foundations of Kinesiology | 3 |
| CORE-CSTN | Cornerstone | 1 |
| CORE-ENGL1 | Composition Requirement | 3 |
| CORE-SCI2 | Science Fitness and Wellness Requirement | 3 |
| CORE-SOBS1 | Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 1 | 3 |
| CORE-THEO2 | NT Survey Requirement | 3 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Year 1 Term 2 | ||
| BIOL-204C | Human Anatomy | 3 |
| BIOL-204CL | Human Anatomy Laboratory | 1 |
| KINE-218 | Injury Recognition and Management | 3 |
| CORE-SOBS2 | Social/Behavioral Science Requirement 2 | 3 |
| CORE-THEO1 | Theology Intro Requirement | 3 |
| Units | 13 | |
| Year 2 Term 1 | ||
| KINE-221 | Movement Anatomy | 3 |
| KINE-KINPH57 | KINE PH Concen. Elect 5-7 un | 5-7 |
| CORE-ENGL2 | Researched Writing Requirement | 3 |
| CORE-THEO3 | OT Survey Requirement | 3 |
| Units | 14-16 | |
| Year 2 Term 2 | ||
| BIOL-304 | Human Physiology | 3 |
| BIOL-304L | Human Physiology Lab | 1 |
| KINE-242 | Motor Behavior Across the Lifespan | 3 |
| KINE-KINPH34 | KINE PH Concen. Elect 3-4 un | 3-4 |
| CORE-ARHU1 | History/Political Science Requirement | 3 |
| CORE-ENGL3 | Speech Composition and Presentation Requirement | 3 |
| Units | 16-17 | |
| Year 3 Term 1 | ||
| KINE-KINPH6 | KINE PH Concen. Elect 6 un | 6 |
| MATH-265C | Intro to Statistical Methods | 3 |
| CORE-THEO4 | Christian Worldview Requirement | 3 |
| KINE-350 | Kinesiology Internship | 1-5 |
| Units | 13-17 | |
| Year 3 Term 2 | ||
| KINE-323 | Physiology of Exercise | 3 |
| KINE-323L | Physiology of Exercise Laboratory | 1 |
| KINE-350 | Kinesiology Internship | 1-5 |
| KINE-KINPH3 | KINE PH Concen. Elect 3 un | 3 |
| CORE-ARHU3 | Fine Arts/Philosophy Requirement | 3 |
| ELCT-ANY6 | Any General Elective 6 units | 6 |
| Units | 17-21 | |
| Year 4 Term 1 | ||
| KINE-440 | Research/Stats in Kinesiology | 3 |
| CORE-ARHU2 | Literature Requirement | 3 |
| CORE-THEO4 | Christian Worldview Requirement | 3 |
| ELCT-ANY6 | Any General Elective 6 units | 6 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 4 Term 2 | ||
| KINE-421 | Biomechanics | 3 |
| KINE-421L | Biomechanics Lab | 1 |
| KINE-450C | Capstone Kinesiology Senior Project | 3 |
| ELCT-ANYUD9 | Upper Division General Elective 9 Units | 9 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Total Units | 120-131 | |