BSc in Kinesiology and Health - Pre-Health Professions in Ames United States | Iowa State University

The Department of Kinesiology provides a Bachelor of Science program in Kinesiology & Health. This undergraduate major consists of three key elements: core education requirements, essential departmental coursework, and specialized major courses. The general education portion aims to foster intellectual development and equip students for success in foundational, advanced, and specialized studies. Core courses introduce students to the discipline's fundamentals, covering physical activity, wellness, health maintenance, and disease prevention.
By selecting the pre-health professions track in the kinesiology and health major, you'll complete your studies at Iowa State ready for advanced training in healthcare fields such as:

Medical school
Physical therapy programs
Physician assistant studies
Occupational therapy training
Optometry school
Chiropractic education
Dental school
Pharmacy programs
Our program guarantees you'll acquire the necessary science prerequisites for professional school entry (including chemistry, physics, biology, and mathematics) while also studying human performance, movement science, and health principles.

Specialized subjects like biomechanics, motor learning, exercise physiology, and related disciplines strengthen your expertise in human-centered sciences and preventive healthcare - the future of medical practice