Bachelor of Science (BS), Physical Education
Your Degree
Students at CSU learn research-based methods for delivering physical education instruction. Some of our physical education students receive job offers before they even finish their student teaching experience, some at the same school where they completed their student teaching.
Your Facilities
Wingo Hall houses classrooms for the humanities and education and faculty offices for the College of Education. Named for Henry C. Wingo. You can also find the Galley at Bingo as a quick dining option for students.
Your College
The mission of the College of Education is to prepare professional educators who, guided by a strong sense of community and the integration of their faith, are academically strong, skilled and morally committed to educating in a wide range of culturally diverse learning environments.
Resources for Future Teachers
Our partner, TeachSC, offers free support to anyone exploring a career in teaching. When you sign up, you’ll get access to 1-on-1 coaching, up to $100 in fee reimbursements for costs like testing and fingerprinting, and a chance to win a $1,000 regional scholarship.
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Get Plugged In
The College of Education offers several enriching opportunities for education students to develop beyond the classroom:
Teaching Fellows participate in advanced enrichment programs and leadership training; Teacher Cadets encourages talented high school students to consider teaching careers while earning college credits; Future Teachers Society provides education majors with networking opportunities through monthly meetings with education professionals; and Call Me MISTER (Mentors Instructing Students Toward Effective Role Models) works to increase diversity in the teaching profession.
Each program offers unique pathways for students to enhance their teaching skills, build professional connections, and prepare for successful careers in education.
Physical Education Courses
As an Physical Education major, you’ll take courses like:
- Kinesiology
- Physiology of Exercise
- Aerobics and Physical Fitness
- Methods of Instruction: Football and Soccer
- Principles of Philosophy of Education
- Introduction to Human Growth and Development
Physical Education Career
Graduates are equipped for a variety of career paths.
- Elementary School Teacher
- Middle School Teacher
- High School Teacher

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