Why TCU Kinesiology?
TCU’s Department of Kinesiology is a dynamic and vibrant academic community dedicated
to the study of human movement, health and well-being. Our world-class faculty members
are not only experts in their fields but are also committed to the success and growth
of our students.
TCU Kinesiology is a hub for fostering a deeper understanding of the human body, optimizing
athletic performance, promoting health and wellness and preparing students for fulfilling
careers in fields like physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician associate,
sports medicine, athletic training, performance/strength and conditioning, sport and
exercise psychology, and physical education.
Undergraduate Programs
Our undergraduate programs offer a wide range of courses that provide students with a comprehensive understanding of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and the science of physical activity.
Graduate Programs
Our graduate students engage in cutting-edge research, contribute to health care and sports science advancements, and are provided with valuable hands-on experiences in state-of-the-art laboratories and facilities.
Pre-Professional Health Concentrations
Our degree in Movement Science provides essential health care knowledge and skills while building the professional skills sought by health care employers, such as critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, information literacy and information management.
Our students leave prepared for competitive application to professional health professions programs.
Pre-OT
Pre-PA
Pre-PT
Pre-Med
LEARN MORE ABOUT PRE-PROFESSIONAL HEALTH CONCENTRATIONS
Announcements
Department of Kinesiology
Harris College Professor Receives TCU's First Cancer Research Grant
A TCU assistant professor and researcher just earned the university's first-ever Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) award for his research and project on early breast cancer detection and screening. (continue reading)
Recent Publications
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Exploring the impact of a low-dose mindfulness intervention on perceived exertion, attention, and rowing performance
https://www.mdpi.com/2411-5142/10/4/465
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Exploring mindfulness and exercise: Insights from a technology-delivered intervention.
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s41347-025-00487-1
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Gameplay and physical activity behaviors in adult video game players.
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/sports-and-active-living/articles/10.3389/fspor.2024.1520202/full
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Validation of a novel perceptual body image assessment method using mobile digital imaging analysis: A cross-sectional multi-center evaluation in a multiethnic sample.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.beth.2023.08.009