Exercise Science, BS
72-73 hours core requirements
Exercise science is a scientific program of study that focuses on the anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, human movement, and applications to exercise and therapeutic rehabilitation. Examples of coursework include instruction in clinical exercise physiology, exercise physiology, biomechanics, fitness assessment and exercise prescription, energy sources and strength and conditioning.
Exercise science prepares qualified professionals for employment in health and fitness centers, hospital-based health and wellness programs, corporate-based health and wellness programs, cardiac rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, and allied health areas. Additionally, the program prepares students for advanced study in related fields such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, occupational therapy, physical therapy, physician assistant, medicine and chiropractic medicine.
Students must meet the minimum criteria listed below.
- Admission to Lindenwood University.
- Declaration of exercise science as a major.
- C or better on all prerequisites and core content courses.
- An overall cumulative minimum GPA of 2.50.
Notes: Students must be within 12 credit hours of graduation to register for an internship and must have completed EXS 41000 prior to enrolling in EXS 44000 (Internship).
Requirements
The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science requires completion of the following courses:
EXS 21500 is offered in place of EXS 25000 on the St. Charles campus. EXS 33000 is offered in place of EXS 30000 on the St. Charles campus. EXS 38700 and EXS 38800 are offered in place of EXS 38900 on the St. Charles campus. These courses can also be used to satisfy degree requirements.
Six credits or more of the following, three of which must be an internship:
Additional requirements include:
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Plus six credit hours at 20000 level or higher from AT, EXS, HFS, PE, or REC.
See an exercise science advisor.