Welcome to the Department of Kinesiology and Health Education at the University of Texas, a department with a strong tradition of excellence.

The educational experiences and training provided by the department are diverse and include the physiological, psychological, and historical aspects of sport and exercise, health education, sport management and physical education teacher preparation. In addition, the department houses the H.J. Lutcher Stark Center for Physical Culture and Sports , and administers the general University Physical Activity Program, the Summer Sports School and the Fitness Institute of Texas. Graduates from our programs of study generally seek careers in the areas of sport, physical fitness, wellness and education.