Kinesiology

UW-Madison School of Education

Our Mission

The mission of the University of Wisconsin–Madison Department of Kinesiology is to create, interpret, transmit, and apply knowledge related to movement, exercise, and human occupation with the ultimate goal of enhancing human health, productivity, and quality of life.

Undergraduate Programs

The Department of Kinesiology offers programs with a focus in health, movement, and physical activity.

Occupational Therapy

Graduate Programs

The Department of Kinesiology offers a variety of graduate programs.

Impact 2030 Enhanced Learning

Certificates and Special Programs

Research
Gait Study

Research Opportunities

Our research labs offer both graduate and undergraduate students opportunities to develop their skills.

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News Highlights

Health Promotion and Health Equity is among UW–Madison’s fastest-growing majors

'Rest is not necessarily best': A new approach to concussion treatment

Elizabeth (Betty) Roberts, former UW Kinesiology Professor dies at age 103

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