"Exercise makes you feel better in school and while playing sports. It's important for our students to understand that exercise should be a part of their life forever."
Laurel Vicidomino
What Can I Do With a Major in . . .
Exercise and Sports Science
Why should I consider majoring in Exercise and Sports Science?
What will I learn from studying Exercise and Sports Science?
What are some of the interests and values related to Exercise and Sports Science?
What career fields are related to Exercise and Sports Science?
How can I learn more about Exercise and Sports Science?
Why should I consider majoring in Exercise and Sports Science?
The Exercise and Sport Science program provides concentrated study of human movement from developmental, mechanical, motor control, psychosocial,
psychological, historical, pathological, and physiological perspectives. The program is
appropriate for students who plan to work in the fitness/exercise industry or any other field such as coaching or rehabilitation where human movement and exercise prescription is the focus. Additionally, this degree can serve as the gateway degree to the allied
health professions (i.e. Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant) or as preparation for post-baccalaureate study in other areas such as Human
Growth, Aging, Athletic Training, Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, Health Promotion, Motor Control or Sport Psychology. Supporting courses from Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Psychology, Health Education, and Physics may be included to provide more in-depth analysis of principles associated with human structure and function.
What will I learn from studying Exercise and Sports Science?
You can acquire the knowledge and skills to prepare you for a career as a fitness instructor and personal trainer. You will study everything about the human body, from bones and muscles to skin and tissue. You'll also research nutrition and exercise, learn how to condition the body, examine how diet can affect the body, and understand injury and illness prevention.
What are some of the interests and values related to Exercise and Sports Science?
Science
Biology
Health
Enjoy working out, playing sports, and taking care of your body
What career fields are related to Exercise and Sports Science?
- Athletic Training
- Exercise Science & Kinesiology
- Occupational Therapy
- Occupational Therapy Assisting
- Physical Educ Teaching & Coaching
- Physical Therapy (Pre-Phys therapy)
- Physical Therapy Assisting
- Public Health
- Rehabilitation/Therapeutic Prof, Other
- Sport & Fitness Admin/Management
- Athletic Training
- Exercise Science & Kinesiology
- Physical Educ Teaching & Coaching
- Sport & Fitness Admin/Management
How can I learn more about Exercise and Sports Science?
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DISCOVER Career Guidance and Information System
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College of Agricultural & Life Science
Location: Benson 208
Phone: 208-496-2438
Email: aglifeadvising@byui.edu
