Physical Education
Introduction
The importance of physical education is a hot topic in today’s society with an emphasis being put on the benefits of health and wellness education in the United States. Students who study physical and health education, movement and sports studies, and other wellness-related programs go on to make a difference in the lives of those around them whether it’s as a coach, a leader in a recreational facility, a PE teacher, or physical activity program director. The need for physical education continues to be prominent, and UGA’s Department of Kinesiology will help you to fulfill that need through its various academic areas.Degree Programs
Double Dawgs
Combined Bachelor's and Master's Degrees
Bachelor of Science in Education (BSEd)
- BSEd in Health and Physical Education
Teach health and physical education in Georgia schools while studying the latest advances in biomechanics, physiology, and health and wellness.
Minors
- Sport Coaching Minor
The Sport Coaching Minor (15 hours) is designed to support students’ exploration, understanding, and development of knowledge and skills essential for coaching sport at multiple levels and across many sports.
Master of Science (MS)
- MS in Kinesiology (Adapted Physical Education)
Earn your M.S. in Kinesiology and improve your knowledge of physical activity and sport instruction for disability populations in K-12 physical education and community-based contexts.
- MS in Kinesiology (Sport Pedagogy)
Our M.S. in Kinesiology emphasis in sport pedagogy teaches the practice of teaching or coaching physical education, sport, or physical activity.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
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