Department of Health Sciences and Kinesiology
Navigate Your Future in Health and Fitness
Begin your journey in health and fitness with the Department of Health Sciences and Kinesiology at Georgia Southern University. Here, you’ll find a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, from coaching education to sports management, tailored to fit your career goals.
As you delve into fields like exercise science and nutrition, our programs focus on enhancing your academic and professional development, setting you on the path to a successful career in the health sector.
Explore a Range of Academic Paths in Health Sciences and Kinesiology
Dive into a variety of academic programs in health sciences and kinesiology at Georgia Southern University, with choices ranging from minors in nutrition and food science and coaching to majors in exercise science, health science, and sport management.
Degree Programs
Bachelors Degrees
Masters
- Combined Master of Science in Nutrition and Foods Plus Dietetic Internship
- Master of Science in Kinesiology, Exercise Science concentration
- Master of Science in Sport Management (Online)
- Master of Science in Kinesiology, Coaching Education concentration (Online)
- Master of Science in Kinesiology, Sport & Exercise Psychology concentration
Waters College Scholarships
Scholarship opportunities are also available for students pursuing a degree in the Waters College of Health Professions.
Career-Prep Options
Students can pursue additional opportunities outside of the classroom, such as internships, to better prepare themselves for a career after graduation.
Student Advisory Involvement
Join the Student Advisory Council to represent your peers and contribute to new ideas that can be shared directly with the department chair and faculty.
Health and Sports Careers
$66,263 – $78,179
Average Salaries
Our Health Sciences, Nutrition & Food Science, Sport Management, and Exercise Science programs pave the way for diverse careers. Graduates become Registered Dietitians, Athletic Directors, Physical Therapists, Personal Trainers, and more with salaries ranging from $66,263 to $78,179. Employers like Emory Healthcare and Atlanta Hawks value our alumni.
