Department of

Kinesiology and Nutrition

College of Health and Behavioral Sciences

Students in the Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition work as agents of change modeling wellness and living out Christian values with and for the communities and people they serve. In community, corporate, commercial and clinical settings, you will learn to embody principles of health and wellness, refining your knowledge of true wellbeing as you lead and serve others in developing physical wholeness and health.

 

Students in the Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition work as agents of change modeling wellness and living out Christian values with and for the communities and people they serve. In community, corporate, commercial and clinical settings, you will learn to embody principles of health and wellness, refining your knowledge of true wellbeing as you lead and serve others in developing physical wholeness and health.

 

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All Undergraduate Degree Programs

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Kinesiology and Nutrition majors at the undergraduate level develop the knowledge, skills and experience to work in a vast array of professional settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, athletic organizations and as health coaches. ACU offers six concentrations in Kinesiology and four concentrations in Nutrition, so you are free to explore your interests and pursue your unique track in health and wellness.

Online Undergraduate Degree Program

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With ACU’s online Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Performance program, you’ll study the psychological, structural, physiological and mechanical aspects of health and human movement activities. This degree serves as preparation for an entry-level career in health, wellness or sports as well as a foundation for graduate school.

All Graduate Degree Programs

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The Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition offers a Master’s of Athletic Training and a Master’s of Science in Nutrition, as well as a Dietetic Internship program for students seeking to work as registered dietitians.

Our master’s program in nutrition is a national leader in addressing poverty and community within the curriculum and preparing students for the Registration Examination for Dieticians with a robust education rooted in Christian faith. 

Online Master of Science in Nutrition

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With an emphasis on community and poverty, ACU’s Master of Science (M.S.) in Nutrition provides comprehensive coursework for those who seek further knowledge in the field of nutrition and dietetics.