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general overview

Coker College offers a major in physical education with concentrations in exercise science, physical fitness programming, sport communication, sports management, and teacher education. Whether you want a career in coaching, teaching, fitness programming or professional sports, our goal is to provide you with in-depth, first-hand understanding of physical education and the very diverse opportunities that this degree affords. No matter what career path you choose, a major in physical education and sport studies builds your leadership, confidence, and decision-making skills and gives you a strong foundation in physiology and education.

graduation requirements

Students majoring in physical education and sport studies choose one of five concentrations: exercise science, physical fitness programming, sport communication, sport management, and teacher education. Consult the academic catalog for specific graduation requirements.

major in physical education and sport studies

Coursework: Core courses such as Introduction to Physical Education and Sport Studies, Motor Learning, Kinesiology, Physiology of Exercise, and Human Anatomy and Physiology.

 

Concentrations require additional classes.

concentration in exercise science

Coursework: Classes such as Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries, Adapted Physical Education, Physical Activity and Physical Appraisal,  and General Physics I.

concentration in physical fitness programming

Coursework: Classes such as Sport and Society, First Aid, Nutrition and Physical Activity, Adapted Physical Education, and Measurement and Evaluation.

concentration in sport communication

Coursework: Classes such as Sport in Society, Coaching Seminar, Senior Level Practicum, Public Relations Writing, Writing for the Media, and Marketing Communications.

concentration in sport management

Coursework: Classes such as Sport in Society, Event and Facility Management, Legal Issues in Sport, and Principles of Marketing.

concentration in teacher education

Must meet requirements for teacher certification described in The Coker College Teacher Education Bulletin.

 

minor in physical education and sport studies

Coursework: Classes such as Introduction to Physical Education and Sport Studies, Lifetime Fitness, Sport in Society, and Event and Facility Management.

PE activity courses are also required. Students have the options of completing additional majors, minors, or specializations. Students can apply for an Honors Project in their major.

scholarship information

Every student who applies to Coker is eligible for scholarships and grants. All students who are accepted to Coker College are automatically considered for academic scholarships. Coker awards approximately $5.1 million in scholarships annually. After receiving their student’s financial aid award, many families find that it costs the same, or less, to attend Coker as it would to attend a state university.

about coker college

Coker is an independent, comprehensive liberal arts college founded in 1908. The living and learning environment fosters participation in the community of scholarship and the development of ethical character, leadership skills and social responsibility. Coker’s mission is to graduate well-rounded students who are analytical and creative thinkers, and effective communicators.

visit us

There’s nothing like experiencing Coker for yourself, and we invite you to visit our campus. To schedule a tour, contact Coker Admissions and we will customize your visit to suit your interests. Please contact us at least one week before you’d like to visit. We can reserve some time just for you. We offer tours at 10 am and 2 pm on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and  at 11 am and 2 pm on Tuesday and Thursday. Visits can also be made by special arrangement on the weekends.