

KINESIOLOGY & APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY
Welcome to Kinesiology and Applied Physiology
Ranked 7th of all programs in the country by the National Academy of Kinesiology, Kinesiology is one of the fastest growing disciplines in the U.S.! Whether you are just starting your study of kinesiology or are seeking the expertise to advance the field as a scientist or clinician, we offer a collaborative culture to learn and pursue rigorous research that has immediate impact on the health of society. Our faculty is committed to the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge, the training of the next generation of scholars and ultimately translating our research/education to improve the human condition.
Explore Our Programs
We provide students with a collaborative culture to learn and pursue rigorous research that has an immediate impact on the health of society.
Human Physiology (BS)
Kinesiology (BS)
Sports Health (BS)
Applied Physiology (PhD)
Biomechanics & Movement Science (PhD)
Athletic Training (MS)
Clinical Exercise Physiology (MS)
Exercise Science (MS)
Exercise Science Minor
Strength & Conditioning Minor
UD Speed Geezers “Shake it Off” through Parkinson’s exercise class: youtube.com/watch?v=4ez1MRT9pw8
EVENTS
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One community. One UD.
August 28, 2025 | Written by Amy WolfUD welcomed new students at its annual symbolic Twilight Induction Ceremony. The campus tradition kicks off Blue Hens' first semester at UD and serves as the culmination of Welcome Days, a series of activities and opportunities designed to help new students learn about campus and meet their classmates. -
Department of Kinesiology and Applied Physiology welcomes new faculty
August 27, 2025 | Written by Amy CherryThe Department of Kinesiology and Applied Physiology welcomed two new faculty members for the 2025-26 school year, Assistant Professor Juliet Moore and Associate Professor Nicole Wilkins, who will direct the athletic training program. -
Outstanding Delaware Nurses Spotlight
August 19, 2025 | Written by Colin HeffingerIn celebration of Delaware’s most exceptional nurses, Delaware Today and 302Health hosted 2025’s prestigious Excellence in Nursing ceremony at the White Clay Creek Country Club.
UD preps athletic training students for NFL internships: youtube.com/watch?v=U5YZ-IM5iik
Featured Program
The University of Delaware had two female athletic training students interning for NFL teams – the New York Jets and Los Angeles Rams – during the summer of 2019. The UD Athletic Training department in the College of Health Sciences has had students accepted to NFL internships for years, but female ATs as NFL interns are on the rise. To top it off, UD has nine current athletic trainers working for NFL teams. Those alumni have been critical in helping to provide internship opportunities for current students.