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Harris College

Department of Kinesiology

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Why TCU Kinesiology?

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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.

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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.

Undergraduate Degree Options
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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.

Graduate Degree Options

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.

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Pre-OT

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Pre-PA

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Pre-PT

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Pre-Med

 

LEARN MORE ABOUT PRE-PROFESSIONAL HEALTH CONCENTRATIONS

Department of Kinesiology

Kinesiology student wins Student Scholarship Award from the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance

Kinesiology student Claudia Urbina was one of two students selected to receive the Student Scholarship Award from the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (TAHPERD). The TAHPERD Foundation offers up to three $3,000 scholarships every year to undergraduate and graduate students that are pursuing degrees in related fields at Texas colleges and universities.  (continue reading)

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Recent Publications

  • The relationship between gameplay and leisure time physical activity in adult video game players

    Robyn Trocchio

    https://doi.org/10.1123/jege.2025-0045

  • Virtual reality and exercise: Impacts on affective responses, ratings of perceived exertion, attention, and rowing performance.

    Robyn Trocchio

    https://doi.org/10.1080/02701367.2025.2601884

  • Evaluating the relationship between body image and exercise in young adults: A multi-method analysis of activity level, frequency, and types of exercise.

    Robyn Trocchio

    https://doi.org/10.1123/jcsp.2025-0078

  • Exploring the impact of a low-dose mindfulness intervention on perceived exertion, attention, and rowing performance

    Robyn Trocchio

    https://www.mdpi.com/2411-5142/10/4/465

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