Why KHS?

Kinesiology and Health Sciences is a rapidly growing field for those who are passionate about healthy lifestyles, including human movement, and its relationship to enhancing quality of life and performance through the lifespan.

Our degree programs will prepare you for a number of exciting career opportunities in health care, fitness, research and more. Through in-class study, hands-on laboratories and real-world clinical experiences, you'll learn about the physiology and biomechanics of the human body, as well as the principles of disease trends and health care management.

Read more about the value of a degree in kinesiology and health sciences.

News

Thousands of new students, including more than 4,000 first-years, joined the VCU community this fall. Jasmyn Smith is looking forward to getting to know the students and faculty in her Doctor of Dental Surgery program. (Kevin Morley, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

Sept. 13, 2024

Introducing the newest Rams

Get to know six students who are just starting their VCU journeys and are eager to embrace the university community.

Noor Chouman’s internship responsibilities at Health Brigade included patient intake, health screenings and reviewing medical histories. (Thomas Kojcsich, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

Sept. 11, 2024

VCU senior Noor Chouman felt a lasting connection at Health Brigade

Chouman has completed two internships at the Richmond free clinic that provides empathetic medical care.

Brad Bakken working with patient on a treadmill at pauley heart center

Aug. 14, 2024

After being diagnosed with a heart condition, KHS alum discovered how he can help others heal

Brad Bakken now works as a clinical exercise physiologist at VCU Health Pauley Heart Center.

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