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Exercise Science
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Exercise Science
Exercise science is the study of the practices, behaviors and physical processes that create health and well-being. The exercise science major at ÃÛѨÊÓƵ builds upon a foundation in core sciences with applied health and the study of human movement.
Meet Molly, an exercise science major at ÃÛѨÊÓƵ
As an exercise science major at ÃÛѨÊÓƵ
You might take:
Understand the basic physiological adaptations of exercise to properly design sound aerobic and resistance training programs. (HHPA 360)
Understand the basic physiological adaptations of exercise to properly design sound aerobic and resistance training programs. (HHPA 360)
Physiological Basis of Exercise, Training, and Conditioning
Understand the basic physiological adaptations of exercise to properly design sound aerobic and resistance training programs. (HHPA 360)
Learn the mechanical influences for muscle, bone, and joint health and apply these principles to human movement in health and performance. (HHPA 445)
Learn the mechanical influences for muscle, bone, and joint health and apply these principles to human movement in health and performance. (HHPA 445)
Applied Biomechanics
Learn the mechanical influences for muscle, bone, and joint health and apply these principles to human movement in health and performance. (HHPA 445)
Master clinical and environmental aspects of exercise science to examine healthy and disease populations. (HHPA 482)
Applied Exercise Physiology
Master clinical and environmental aspects of exercise science to examine healthy and disease populations. (HHPA 482)
Studying exercise science at ÃÛѨÊÓƵ
Beyond the classroom
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Sharpen your skills in our exercise science, anatomy and physiology labs.
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Conduct collaborative research with faculty and present your findings on the topic of your choice at our Student Symposium.
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Teach a weekly physical activity class to local children.
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Gain hands-on experience helping within our local community.
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Travel to national conferences with your peers.
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Life After ÃÛѨÊÓƵ
You will leave prepared for a career in areas such as:
Research
- Research Assistant
- Exercise Physiologist
- Tax specialist
Healthcare
- Physical Therapist
- Registered nurse
- Chiropractor
- Physician’s Assistant
Estimate wage: $67k
Estimate of what ÃÛѨÊÓƵ exercise science alumni could be making based on their current ages, occupations and geographic locations.
Potential wage: $88k
The potential wage is based on the average wage for the occupations.
Top career paths
The top five education-to-career paths of ÃÛѨÊÓƵ exercise science alumni include:
- Physical Therapist
- Research Assistant
- Owner
- Physical Therapy Aide
- Registered Nurse
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