COURSE CURRICULUM

The Kinesiology Pre-PT/Allied Health degree highlights a strong academic reputation and a well-developed learning environment designed to prepare students for advanced graduate study and healthcare careers. The College of Education at UNT has earned recognition for its quality and impact, including a ranking of 9th in Texas and 66th in the South by Best-Education-Schools.com, along with national and regional distinctions from U.S. News & World Report, which ranked it 1st in the North Texas region among public graduate schools, 3rd among public graduate schools in Texas, 68th among public graduate schools nationally, and 89th overall in the United States. The kinesiology bachelor’s program has also been recognized for affordability, ranking 33rd by GreatValueColleges.net, making it an accessible option for students pursuing healthcare-related careers. The program is supported by advanced research facilities, including the Pediatric Movement and Physical Activity Laboratory, which focuses on improving physical activity levels in school-aged children through research, public awareness, and policy advocacy. Additionally, the Applied Physiology Laboratory provides over 8,000 square feet of state-of-the-art space for analyzing bioanalytical responses to exercise and nutrition interventions. Students learn from highly respected faculty members who have received recognition from organizations such as SHAPE America, the American College of Sports Medicine, and the National Association for Girls and Women in Sport, ensuring strong academic and professional mentorship. The degree prepares students for graduate programs in fields such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and physician assistant studies, although students are advised to confirm specific requirements with individual programs. Core coursework includes Human Anatomy and Physiology I, Human Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory, Introduction to Kinesiology, Sociology of Sport, Psychology of Sport, and Physiological Bases of Exercise and Sport, all of which provide a strong foundation in human movement, health science, and applied clinical knowledge for future allied health careers.