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B.A. with a Major in EXSS

 

 

Increased interest in sports, physical fitness, exercise, and wellness has produced diverse career options beyond the more traditional role of physical educator in schools and colleges. Completing the degree requirements for the Bachelor of Arts with a major in EXSS provides the student with the background necessary to pursue a variety of careers in the health-related fitness field, the management of these programs, and the management of more traditional sport programs in a variety of settings. Course requirements for the major in Exercise and Sport Science are fulfilled by successful completion of the eight three-hour courses listed below:

  • EXSS 101  Foundations of EXSS

  • EXSS 175  Human Anatomy

  • EXSS 181  Sport Psychology

  • EXSS 273  Research in Exercise and Sport Science 

  • EXSS 276  Human Physiology 

  • EXSS 376  Physiological Basis of Human Performance 

  • EXSS 380  Neuromuscular Control and Learning  

  • EXSS 385  Biomechanics of Sport 

Important:

  • At least 6 (18 hours) of the 8 courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.  

  • NO EXSS course may be taken pass/d/fail by an EXSS major.  

  • A maximum of 45 hours in EXSS courses may be applied toward the A.B. degree.

 

 
 

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