Degree Program - Goals & Objectives

Goal 1: Design and Conduct Research: Students will demonstrate the ability to design, conduct, and interpret research studies in kinesiology.

  1. Objective 1.1: Apply appropriate methodologies to address specific problems or topics in kinesiology
  2. Objective 1.2: Adhere to ethical principles related to participant rights, data integrity, and professional conduct.

Goal 2: Critique and Interpret Literature: Students will develop the skills to critique and interpret scientific and clinical literature in kinesiology.

  1. Objective 2.1: Critically evaluate research findings and published articles in kinesiology.

Goal 3: Perform Laboratory and Field-Based Assessment Techniques: Students will demonstrate critical understanding and proficiency in relevant assessment techniques.

  1. Objective 3.1: Demonstrate relevant assessment techniques for data capture and analysis
  2. Objective 3.2: Critique and apply principles underlying the processing and interpretation of data across a variety of contexts.

Goal 4: Apply Theoretical Knowledge: Students will demonstrate an in-depth application of kinesiology theory to diverse contexts.

  1. Objective 4.1: Apply conceptual frameworks and established theories to interpret kinesiology findings.
  2. Objective 4.2: Apply underlying theories and frameworks to develop interventions, experiments, or community engagement programs that address a variety of health outcomes.

Goal 5: Professional Communication: Students will demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate research findings, theoretical concepts, and practical applications of kinesiology.

  1. Objective 5.1: Effectively convey kinesiology research through written and oral communication to scientific audiences and non-scientific audiences.

Goal 6: Promote Equity and Inclusion: Students will demonstrate an understanding of how social, cultural, and economic factors influence the field of kinesiology.

  1. Objective 6.1: Apply relevant social, cultural, and economic factors to kinesiology research.
  2. Objective 6.2: Promote equity, inclusion, and social justice within the field of kinesiology.