Benefit from our small biomechanics program with?attentive faculty and a?high degree of personal guidance and mentoring. Our on-campus Gait Laboratory gives you hands-on?access to current technology, where you can?collaborate with senior researchers and conduct your own research in biomechanics and exercise science. You?ll work with diverse populations, ranging from elite athletes in our Division I sports programs to cancer patients at the ground-breaking?UNC?Cancer Rehabilitation Institute. Graduates of our biomechanics program have an outstanding rate of job placement and Ph.D. program admissions.

This option covers the same coursework and internship opportunities as the thesis option. However, as an alternative to a research thesis, you'll complete additional coursework and obtain a national certification to meet your specific career goals and?better position you for the job market.