A minor is not required with this major.
Major Requirements (68 credits):
Lecture Courses:
| EXS 109 | Intro to Human Performance | 3 |
| EXS 207 | Anatomy and Physiology in Exercise Science I | 3 |
| EXS 208 | Anatomy and Physiology in Exercise Science II | 3 |
| EXS 211 | Anatomy and Physiology in Exercise Science I Laboratory | 1 |
| EXS 212 | Anatomy and Physiology in Exercise Science II Laboratory | 1 |
| EXS 215 | Physiological Aspects of the Human Performance of the Aging | 3 |
| EXS 216 | Biomechanics | 3 |
| EXS 307 | Human Nutrition | 3 |
| EXS 311 | Stress Management and Behavioral Strategies | 3 |
| EXS 325 | Organization and Management in Exercise Science | 3 |
| EXS 376 | Theories of Strength Training and Conditioning | 3 |
| EXS 408 | Physiology of Sport and Exercise | 3 |
| EXS 409 | Clinical Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| EXS 411 | Research Methods in Exercise Science | 3 |
| EXS 415 | Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription | 3 |
| EXS 416 | Graded Exercise Testing | 3 |
| EXS 417/ATR 517 | Prevention and Care in Sports Medicine | 3 |
| EXS 421/ATR 521 | Pharmacology in Sports Medicine | 3 |
| EXS 450 | Practicum in Exercise Science | 3 |
| EXS 470 | Internship in Exercise Science | 6 |
| EXS 301 | Applied Kinesiology | 3 |
Skill Courses:
| EXS 275 | Training for Sport Performance | 3 |
| EXS 280 | Leadership in Exercise & Wellness | 3 |
Students can complete a 3+2 program that leads toward a BS in Exercise Science and the Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) in 5 years of study with the following course options in the BS in Exercise Science program:
EXS 215 and
EXS 280 OR
BMS 380
EXS 325 OR ATR 513
EXS 417 OR ATR 517
EXS 421 OR ATR 521
EXS 450 OR ATR 540
EXS 470 OR ATR 500, 501, and 502
Related Requirements:
BIO 111 or BIO 121 or BMS 102 or BMS 111; CHEM 161; ENG 105 and 105P, or ENG 110; any HIST; STAT 104 or STAT 200 or STAT 215; PHYS 111 or PHYS 121; PSY 112 and PSY 136.
Admission and Retention Policy:
Applying for Admission into the Exercise Science Program:
Undergraduate applicants seeking admission to the exercise science program are required to submit their materials online through Taskstream for review by the Department of Physical Education and Human Performance. The applicant's completed file should be submitted prior to September 10 for fall candidates and February 10 (second semester sophomore year) for spring candidates. Applications for admission may be obtained in the Department of Physical Education and Human Performance, Kaiser Hall, Room 0180.
Requirements for Admission:
The following are departmental requirements for admission to the exercise science program:
- Completion of application to the professional program for exercise science;
- Completion of 45 credits of academic work;
- Successful completion (C- or better of EXS 109, EXS 207 and EXS 211 or EXS 208 and EXS 212 or equivalent. Courses must be completed before full admission will be granted.
- Successful completion of 3 credits of required skills courses including EXS 275 or equivalent or EXS 280 or equivalent. Courses must be completed before full admission will be granted.
- University GPA of 2.50;
- Departmental GPA of 2.70;
- Two letters of recommendation (from persons who can best assess the candidate's potential);
- The presentation of an essay demonstrating command of the English language, setting out the reasons for wanting to enroll in the program; and emphasizing experiences related to exercise science (500-700 words); and
- An interview with the personnel committee of the Department of Physical Education and Human Performance, including at least one exercise science faculty member.
Retention Policy:
Once admitted to the professional program, the following requirements must be maintained in order to remain in "good standing" within the exercise science and health promotion program:
- Students must maintain a University GPA of 2.50;
- Students must maintain a departmental GPA of 2.70; and
- A letter grade of C or higher is required in all professional program courses.
Note: Internship assignments require the student to be in good standing by having a University GPA of 2.50 and a major GPA of 2.70.
If a candidate drops below the required GPA levels, and/or fails to get a C or higher in any professional program course, he or she may be denied admission to the professional program courses, practicum courses, and internship assignments until the GPA or grade reaches the appropriate level.
Note: Revisions to the exercise science education program may occur in order to maintain compliance with national accreditation standards. Students should check with the program director and/or the CCSU exercise science website regarding the possibility of new requirements. All practicum courses and internship assignments require the student to be in "good standing."