Kinesiology and Sports Studies (BS)
Teaching Emphasis
Teaching physical education is rewarding and fun. Our children need support and encouragement as they gain knowledge and develop skills that will help them be fit and healthy for life.
Active Bodies fuel Active Minds
Encouraging a fit and active community is vital. With a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and Sports Studies with a Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) concentration, you will be prepared to teach K-12 students. Our program emphasizes engagement and hands-on experience in the field. Learn from award-winning faculty and instructors as you grow your passion for physical education. Completing the program and becoming a certified teacher opens career pathways in education. Take a step toward your future and apply today!
See Yourself Succeed with a Degree In Kinesiology and Sports Studies
Career Readiness
Participate in excellence-driven programs that empower you with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in a variety of settings. Our faculty are dedicated to providing you with the tools needed to excel.
Accomplished Faculty
Enjoy the opportunity of learning with award-winning faculty. Our instructors have the
knowledge and passion needed to help you succeed.
Our Facilities
Foster your education with a space designed for innovation and collaboration. The new Nursing and Health Sciences Building features state-of-the-art equipment and facilities that provide you with an unmatched experience.
Education-Centered
Teachers matter. That's why we created a bachelor’s degree that emphasizes educational and professional goals. When it comes to fieldwork and pedagogy, our program is designed with you in mind.
What You Will Learn
A bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and Sports Studies (PETE concentration) will offer you the opportunity to:
- Learn basic and relevant human body function and movement
- Engage in program planning, teaching methods and evaluation
- Master concepts of fitness
- Acquire skills in a variety of physical activities
- Achieve an acceptable level of physical fitness
- Teach a wide variety of skills and concepts to children and adolescents
TExES Educator Certification Examination
As a student in the BS Kinesiology & Sports Studies Teaching Emphasis program, you will be required to take the TExES educator certification examination.
The purpose of the examination is to ensure educators have the necessary content and professional knowledge to perform satisfactorily in Texas public schools. The tests are criterion-referenced multiple-choice examinations designed to measure a candidate’s knowledge in relation to an established standard of competence rather than to the performance of other candidates.
Registration will not be allowed without academic department approval. Examinees who are completing requirements for certification through an educator preparation program will be required by their program to complete additional requirements established by the program before authorization to retest is granted. You may not register to take the same test more than once on the same day.
Visit the Office of Educator Certification and Academic Services online to register for your exam.
Internship opportunities
Internship provides the foundation you need for successful employment. For the PETE concentration, students take pre-internship classes followed by an internship semester which includes a practicum and residency in teaching. This emphasis will also prepare you for the TExES certification exam.
Careers
Gain the skills you need by earning your bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and Sports Studies (PETE concentration). Our program opens many opportunities within the community.
Career Possibilities and Current Median Salaries
Data from the US DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2022
Featured Courses
Course Delivery
Designed for full-time and part-time students. Some classes are offered online, while practice-based classes are face-to-face.
Student Organizations
Phi Pi Delta, the organization for Health and Human Performance majors, provides many benefits to its members:
- Meet new people that share common interests
- Network with key professionals in your field of study
- Receive financial assistance for attending professional conventions
- Engage in social activities with faculty and other students
- Gain valuable experience that will help your professional career
Undergraduate Program Costs
Program Costs
Tuition and fees for undergraduate students taking 12 credit hours are $4,212 for Texas residents and $9,108 for non-residents.
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- Department of Health & Human Performance
- 903.886.5549
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