Physical Education

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

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.

Master of Science (MS)

MS in Kinesiology (Motor Behavior)
The MS in Kinesiology motor behavior emphasis focuses on developmental aspects of movement and function across the lifespan.
MS in Kinesiology (Sport Pedagogy)
Our MS in Kinesiology emphasis in sport pedagogy teaches the practice of teaching or coaching physical education, sport, or physical activity.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

PhD in Kinesiology (Motor Behavior)
The University of Georgia's PhD in Kinesiology motor behavior specialization focuses on developmental aspects of movement and function across the lifespan.
PhD in Kinesiology (Sport Pedagogy)

Our contemporary program includes diverse learning opportunities from lectures in the classroom to student teaching and other experiential learning opportunities available in our research laboratories and through service-learning course mechanisms. Our comprehensive program teaches instructional methods as well as the latest principles in health, wellness, biomechanics, and more.

AssistantshipsWork closely with one of our renowned faculty members and help pay for your education through one of our many graduate assistantship opportunities.

Research labsOur state-of-the-art labs allow you to focus on sport instruction or the study of movement, among many other specializations. Learn more about the Sport Instruction Research Lab .

AlumniOur graduates go on to work in schools and athletic programs at many levels, and keep a strong connection to the Department of Kinesiology. Keep us updated with your latest news.

Faculty and Staff

Jason P. Edwards Limited-Term Instructor

Ilse S Mason Senior Lecturer and Basic PE Program Coordinator

Teresa McClure Academic Advisor

Bryan A. McCullick Professor and Coordinator of HPE Teacher Education Program

Brennen Salmon Lead Advisor

Sami Yli-Piipari Associate Professor

Contact Info

Phone: 706-542-4378
Email: kins@uga.edu

115 Ramsey Center 330 River Road Athens, Georgia 30602