University of North Texas 
Kinesiology, Health Promotion and Recreation
Improving Lives Holistically
The Department of Kinesiology, Health Promotion and Recreation (KHPR) strives to improve
quality of life by promoting an in-depth, holistic understanding of physical health,
human motion, nutrition and mental health. This mission is accomplished through training
the next generation of professionals, contributing life-changing research, and providing
service to the university and community.
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
The Bachelor of Science with a major in health behavior and fitness teaches you health
principles so you can assist others in living a healthy lifestyle.
UNT's Kinesiology Bachelor's program will train you for a future in teaching, coaching,
ergonomics, and health and wellness.
UNT's Kinesiology with Pre-PT, Allied Health undergraduate degree program will train
you for a career in helping people achieve their health goals.
Students with a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation, Event and Sport Management
are prepared to enter the recreation, event and sport services industry.
MINORS
Discover the nuances of health and event center management with a minor in Recreation,
Event and Sport Management.
A minor in Kinesiology lets you explore and deepen your teaching, coaching, and athletic
training.
A minor in health promotion will help students communicate essential health information
to prevent and manage diseases, and improve the quality of life for the population.
GRADUATE DEGREES
The Department of Kinesiology, Health Promotion and Recreation offers coursework leading
to a Master of Science degree in kinesiology with concentrations in exercise physiology,
sport pedagogy, or sport and exercise psychology.
Students will gain knowledge and conduct research on the interrelatedness between
physical activity and health. The program currently offers tracks in Applied Physiology
and Human Performance Psychology.