Kinesiology

Minor

The minor in kinesiology offers flexibility so that you can take Kinesiology coursework that complements your major coursework to best suit your educational goals. You will develop a broad understanding of how human movement contributes to health and well-being as well as the underlying factors influencing human movement and physical activity behaviors.

Upon completion of the minor in kinesiology, you will be able to:

• Describe, from a multidisciplinary approach, the value and benefits of all forms of physical activity and a healthy lifestyle.
• Summarize and apply theoretical and scientific knowledge from multiple kinesiology subdisciplines, such as biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor behavior, and sociological and psychological aspects of physical activity, health and sport.

How to Declare

To declare the Minor in Kinesiology, students must:

• Have completed a minimum of 24 credits
• Have a minimum UWM GPA of 2.0
• Complete the online declaration form

To be awarded the minor in kinesiology, you will need to earn a minimum GPA of 2.0 in the 18 credits in the coursework below and must satisfy published prerequisites for all courses.

Required Courses

Admission to the minor is a prerequisite for each of these courses.

Complete 12 credits from the following:

F, S, SU (fall, spring, summer) refers to semesters in which courses are taught.

Elective Courses

Complete six additional Kinesiology credits at level 300 or above.