Particular focus is placed on obesity prevention, health and wellness throughout the life cycle, physical education in schools, the cultural and historical context of sport, the business of athletics, and promoting regular participation in physical activity initiatives and educational programs in order to ensure lifelong health.

In Ohio State's Kinesiology program, you have many options available as you study the mechanics of body movement.

Whether you are searching for a career in exercise science, physical education or sport management, you will learn from renowned faculty passionate about developing the next kinesiology professionals and scholars.

The Ohio State kinesiology program is the sixth best among US universities and will train you to show society the value of sport, physical activity and physical education. Particular focus in these programs is placed on:

  • obesity prevention
  • health and wellness throughout life
  • physical education in school
  • sport's cultural and historical contexts
  • the business of athletics
  • promoting regular participation in physical activity
  • educational programs for lifelong health