Exercise Science, B.S.

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The Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science provides specific preparation in the exercise sciences as well as a strong grounding in the biosciences and/or nutritional science. The degree may lead to graduate study in exercise science or nutritional science; entrance into professional schools in allied health professions; and employment in applied exercise science, kinesiology, or nutrition.

The total number of units required for the Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science is 180 units, of which 107 are in the major. Consult with an advisor for the specific number of units required in all areas of the degree including GE and free electives

Requirements for the Major (107 units)

Requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science include University requirements, General Education courses, Core and Option courses in the major. Students choose either: Exercise and Biosciences (Option I) or Exercise and Nutrition (Option II). The total number of units for the major (Core and Option) consist of 107 units. In addition to units in the above categories, students must take additional “free electives” to complete the total of 180 units required for the Bachelor of Science degree.

Students must earn minimum C grades in all required major courses consisting of 82 units in the core and 25 units in the option selected.

Required Core Courses (82 units)

Lower Division Required Courses (50 units)

*General Education courses.

Upper Division Required Courses (32 units)

Options I and II (25 units)

Select one of the following options and complete the required and directed elective courses as listed below.

Option I. Exercise and Biosciences (25 units)

This option prepares students for graduate study in exercise science, entrance into professional schools in allied health professions, and employment in applied exercise science and kinesiology.

Lower Division Required Courses (15 units)

Directed Upper Division Electives (10 units)

Select ten units from the following:

Option II. Exercise and Nutrition (25 units)

This option prepares students for graduate study in exercise science or nutritional science and employment in applied exercise science, kinesiology, or nutrition.

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