Department of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies
Academics
We prepare scholars, practitioners, and leaders in exercise, sport, and recreation by conducting cutting-edge research and maintaining a commitment to inclusive excellence, social justice, and global initiatives.
Bachelor Degree Programs
The undergraduate Kinesiology program prepares students for a variety of careers in health-related fitness and graduate or professional study in medicine, allied health professions, and various fields within kinesiology (exercise physiology, biomechanics, sport psychology, and more). Explore the different programs we have below to get started!
Kinesiology
Sport Management
Recreational Therapy
Master’s Degree Programs
At the Kinesiology Master’s Programs at the University of Tennessee, students experience superior and innovative programs of study that enable them to not just study human movement, recreation, and sport but to apply it to real-world situations, communities, and careers.
Kinesiology
Concentrations: Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, and Sport Psychology & Motor Behavior
Recreation & Sport Management
Concentrations: Sport Management
Doctorate (PhD) Programs
UTK Kinesiology offers a nationally ranked doctoral program, access to advanced research labs, and a large, diverse faculty with broad expertise. This program is designed for students who have a master’s degree and want to go deeper into this field of study. Doctoral candidates can choose a concentration in either Kinesiology or Sport Studies and a specific specialization within each concentration.
Kinesiology Concentration
Specializations: Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, Physical Activity Epidemiology, and Sport Psychology & Motor Behavior
Sports Studies Concentration
Specializations: Socio-Cultural Studies and Sport Management