Kinesiology Major: Exercise Bioenergetics Concentrations

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Bachelor's DegreeCIP: 13.1314

Students majoring in Kinesiology may choose from four concentrations: teacher certification, exercise bioenergetics, exercise science, and sports physiology & performance. The teacher certification program prepares students for entry into teaching positions in grades P-12.

Duration

4 years

Credits

120 credits

Cost

In-state=$46,948 ; Out-of-state=$116,886; International=$127,292

Format

In-Person

Dates

Since Invalid Date

What You'll Learn

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Key competencies developed through this program

KnowledgeEvaluate energy expenditure and substrate utilization patterns during various exercise intensities and durations to inform training recommendations.
Proficient

Course Pathway

26 courses in this program

Core course

Corequisites (take together)

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Program Requirements

Courses required to complete this program

Human Anatomy

3 cr

Human Anatomy Labratory

1 cr

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Apply degree-specific knowledge and skills in supervised professional internship setting
Analyze cell structure, function, and microbial genetics
Apply principles of epidemiology and infectious disease through laboratory experiences
Apply Nutrition Care Process to provide systematic nutrition care
Use critical thinking and decision-making in medical nutrition case studies
Analyze behavioral, environmental, and genetic interactions to develop nutrition-based disease prevention strategies

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

A grade of C or better is required in all math, science, and major courses and CMST 101. Note: UAB requires 120 total semester hours in order to graduate. Students with this major may need additional electives to meet this requirement.

Required Courses in Core Curriculum

Students, in consultation with their academic advisor, must sequence requirements to meet any stated prerequisite requirements for specific courses in their curriculum, including UAB Blazer Core C requirements.

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

Achievement Criteria

Completion of all required coursework plus a verified internship.

Internship/Fieldwork/Practicum Requirements

Requires internship to graduate. Internship is considered a course requirement to graduate KIN 499

Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

Title IV - Federal Student AidPell GrantDirect Student LoansVeterans Benefits (GI Bill)