Not just a career—a way of life!

The UIC Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition produces leading experts in the fields of health, fitness and nutrition. Our graduates work in fitness and wellness facilities, for major healthcare institutions, with athletes of all levels, for therapeutic and rehabilitation systems, and become entrepreneurs.

Our programs range from undergraduate to the doctoral level, preparing students for successful careers in allied health or continuing their education with advanced degrees.

Kinesiology Degrees

Kinesiologists focus on enhancing the quality of life of the individuals and communities they serve. They're experts in health and exercise helping people of all ages and abilities optimize their movement and performance, live with greater well-being, and prevent injury and disease.

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Minor in Kinesiology On Campus The perfect minor if you're looking to become a health professional. Learn the foundations of anatomy and physiology and become familiar with scientific literature. Apply
BS in Kinesiology On Campus A gateway to any health career. Become an expert in health and exercise, helping individuals of all ages and abilities optimize their movement and performance, live with greater well-being, and prevent injury and disease. Apply
MS in Kinesiology On Campus Become a master practitioner in applied exercise physiology; psychology and promotion of exercise, health and sport behavior; or motor control and biomechanics. Apply
PhD in Kinesiology and Nutrition On Campus Prepare for a successful career as a researcher, educator or scientist-practitioner. Conduct basic, applied and translational research in a wide range of kinesiology and nutrition settings. Apply

Nutrition Degrees

We are what we eat. Nutrition experts study how our bodies transform what we consume into the energy we need. They help people live healthy lives free of ailments like digestive distress or depression. Our students combine expertise in nutrition science with knowledge of behavioral science, education, food science, management and public health to improve the nutrition of individuals, groups and populations.

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Minor in Food Science On Campus Prepare for entry-level jobs in the food industry. Apply
Minor in Nutrition On Campus A great minor if you're planning a health career. Learn principles of good nutrition and how to recognize misinformation and fad diets. Apply
BS in Nutrition On Campus An intensive study of biological and physical sciences applied to nutrients and human health. Apply
MS in Nutrition On Campus Prepare for practice in healthcare or industry. Choose between our coordinated or traditional programs to get on track for the future you want. Apply
PhD in Kinesiology and Nutrition On Campus Prepare for a successful career as a researcher, educator or scientist-practitioner. Conduct basic, applied and translational research in a wide range of kinesiology and nutrition settings. Apply

What makes us great

  • Metabolic Kitchen

    Metabolic Kitchen

    Available to all UIC investigators for the conduction of clinical feeding trials, our experienced dieticians develop menus and, prepare, package and distribute meals to subjects

  • Mark Grabiner

    Mark Grabiner

    Winner of the 2017 Borelli Award from the American Society of Biomechanics — the society’s highest honor

  • A group of seniors participating in a dance class led by an EPL instructor

    Exercise Psychology Lab

    Researching health disparities in racial and ethnic minorities, rural residents, women, children, the elderly and people with disabilities

  • Mohamed Ali, PhD student, administers ultrasound to fellow PhD student, AJ Rosenberg

    Integrative Physiology Laboratory

    Research that integrates cardiovascular function, metabolism, inflammation, hydration, nutrition status and exercise/physical activity

  • Garden director Renea Solis, clinical instructor, in front of the new garden

    Teaching garden

    Our teaching garden integrates food into the classroom, teaching how to plant, harvest and prepare fresh produce

  • Students from the 2015 Study Abroad class outside a building in Barcelona

    Study abroad

    Make the world your campus though our study abroad program that's returning to Barcelona this summer

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