Associate of Arts Degree (Kinesiology)

Associate Degree 2 Years On-Campus United States
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About This Programme

Kinesiology is an academic area of study concerned with the art and science of human movement. The Kinesiology Program offers students an opportunity to enrich their education with emphasis on improved individual physical well-being and prepares students for transfer to bachelor's degree programs in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Physical Education, Physical Therapy, Athletic Training, Coaching and Fitness Management. Students may obtain an AA-T in Kinesiology and optimize preparation for advanced degrees in Kinesiology at four-year institutions. The AA-T degree requires the completion of 60 transfer semester units of degree-applicable courses, a minimum overall grade point average of 2.0, a minimum grade of "C" (or "P") for each course in the major, and completion of IGETC and/or CSU GE-Breadth. Demonstrate a working knowledge of body mechanics as it relates to physical activity, fitness and health. Explain the impact of physical activity and inactivity on fitness and health.

Career Path

Typical employment opportunities in the field are in the areas of coaching, personal or group training, fitness instruction, fitness specialists, physical therapy assistants, recreation, as well as managerial positions in athletics and recreation centers.

Eligibility Requirements
Post Study Work Visa
Post Study Work Visa availability - YES
Admission Requirements
We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to College of San Mateo below

1. WASSCE/A level Certificate

2. School Transcript

3. Passport

4. Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement
College of San Mateo will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12 year education or English is designated as the primary and official language, and the principle language of instruction.

If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit  

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Programme Details
Associate Degree Level
2 Years Duration
On-Campus Mode
United States Country
Intakes
January, 2026
May, 2025 → November, 2025
Closed
September, 2026
May, 2025 → July, 2026
Open
January, 2027
May, 2026 → November, 2026
Likely Open
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