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ki.ne.si.ol.o.gy n . [Greek kinesis]: "the study of the principles of mechanics and anatomy in relation to human movement."
Kinesiology is an integrative discipline that focuses on the various components and processes of human movement related to physical activity and sport, incorporating the scientific areas of anatomy, physiology, neuroscience, biochemistry, biomechanics, psychology, epidemiology, history and sociology, and encompassing such professional fields as sport pedagogy (physical education), athletic training, and sport management.
Mississippi State University Department of Kinesiology is housed within the College of Education and features numerous exceptional areas of study for graduate and undergraduate students. Undergraduate students can choose one of four concentrations: Clinical Exercise Physiology, Health Fitness Studies, Sport Studies and Sport Pedagogy. Graduate students can choose Sport Administration, Sport Pedagogy, or Exercise Physiology (clinical exercise physiology or strength and conditioning).
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Department of Kinesiology
PO Box 6186
Mississippi State, MS 39762
Phone: 662.325.2963
Fax: 662.325.4525
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