KIN 415: Challenges in Exercise, Sport and Health
Real challenges. Your solution.
The fields of exercise, sport and health have no shortage of tough, unsolved problems — from preventing injuries to making physical activity more accessible to more people.
In KIN 415, you'll pick one of those challenges, research it and work with a small group to develop a solution for a real audience.
What makes this course stand out?
You choose the problem
From a curated list of real challenges in exercise, sport and health, you and your group select a topic that genuinely interests you.
Applied research skills
You'll learn to find, evaluate and use evidence from across disciplines — a skill that matters in any health or human performance career.
A real deliverable
Your group's final project could be an infographic, podcast, public service announcement, app or another format designed for a real-world audience.
Interdisciplinary by design
The course intentionally brings together students from different academic backgrounds, reflecting how complex health problems actually get solved.
No-cost materials
Everything you need is available through Canvas at no additional cost.
Who should take this course?
Kinesiology majors
Apply your knowledge to a real challenge in exercise, sport or health and build the research and communication skills employers look for.
Pre-physical therapy and pre-occupational therapy students
Strengthen your ability to evaluate evidence and develop solutions — key skills for graduate school and clinical practice.
Public health majors
Examine how physical activity and sport intersect with population health challenges and policy from a multidisciplinary perspective.
Pre-med and health professions students
Build the critical appraisal and interdisciplinary teamwork skills that carry directly into healthcare settings.
Your next step
Ready to enroll? Check the schedule of classes or talk with your advisor to see how this course fits into your academic plan.