Exercise Science / Bachelor of Science

Total Credit Hours: 128
Major Credit Hours: 47

 

The Exercise Science curriculum is designed for students interested in exercise and the human body. Using foundational anatomical and physiological knowledge and guidelines published by the American College of Sports Medicine, students will learn to assess fitness, interpret findings, and prescribe exercise to meet client goals. In addition to the general population, students will also learn how human development, disease, and age might alter anatomical and physiological responses to exercise and how to modify programming to ensure safety. Learning and skill development will occur through a variety of methods including lecture, labs, and hands-on experience.

Exercise Science graduates possess knowledge and skills desirable in multiple industries. Graduates enjoy a wide range of career options in such fields as health and wellness, fitness, cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, and strength and conditioning. The degree can also serve as a foundation for advanced study in exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, ergonomics, athletic training, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and other graduate health programs.

Employment of fitness/health/wellness workers is expected to increase 2018-2028, much faster than the average for all occupations, according to the National Bureau of Labor Statistics. An emphasis on exercise to reduce the likelihood of chronic diseases and improve function in those already diagnosed could increase demand. Concern for early sport specialization and physical literacy are also likely to increase the need for people knowledgeable in the field of exercise science.

 

Degree Requirements

Program: BS-EXCS-5

Students must achieve a C- or better in all support and core courses to progress in the Program. Students may only repeat 2 major courses. The need to repeat a 3rd course would result in dismissal from the program.

I. Non-Exercise Science Support Courses (10)

BIOL-10100	Anatomy and Physiology 1	4
BIOL-10200	Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lab	1
BIOL-10300	Anatomy and Physiology 2	4
BIOL-10400	Anatomy and Physiology 2 Lab	1

II. Core Courses (47)

HUPR-10100	Fundamentals of Physical Activity	3
HUPR-20300	Introduction to Exercise Science	3
HUPR-25500	Health Behavior	3
HUPR-36000	Administrative Topics in Exercise Science	3
HUPR-27100	Nutrition and Exercise	3
HUPR-31500	Methods of Assessment and Analysis in Human Performance	3
HUPR-31600	Methods of Assessment and Analysis in Human Performance Lab	1
HUPR-31700	Development and Analysis of Human Movement	3
HUPR-31800	Development and Analysis of Human Movement Lab	1
HUPR-33000	Methods of Group Exercise	3
HUPR-31000	Exercise Physiology	3
HUPR-31100	Exercise Physiology Lab	1
HUPR-39000	Exercise Prescription	3
HUPR-39300	Exercise Prescription Lab	1
HUPR-40100	Exercise Science Senior Capstone	2
HUPR-40900	Evidence Based Practice in Human Performance	3
HUPR-42100	Exercise for Varied Populations	3
HUPR-42200	Exercise for Varied Populations Lab	1
HUPR-48000	Exercise Science Internship	4

III. Advanced Writing Requirement

The advanced writing requirement of the General Education curriculum is satisfied by successful completion of:

HUPR-40900

Evidence Based Practice in Human Performance

3

IV. Registration and Progression

Minimum grade requirement of C- in all support and core courses.