Exercise Science B.S.
Chair: Professor Madzima
A Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Exercise Science requires the completion of the Elon Core Curriculum as well as the Major Requirements listed below.
Major Requirements:
Select one course from the following: 4 sh
Required courses: 46 sh
Select eight semester hours from the following: 8 sh
ESS1200 | Medical Terminology | 2 sh |
ESS1210 | Therapeutic Approaches to Exercise | 2 sh |
ESS2215 | Theory and Practice of Strength Training and Conditioning | 4 sh |
ESS4220 | Exercise and the Cell | 4 sh |
ESS4260 | Exercise Psychophysiology | 4 sh |
ESS4985 | Internship in Exercise Science | 2-4 sh |
ESS4991 | Independent Study | 1-4 sh |
ESS4999 | Research in Exercise Science | 1-4 sh |
All ESS courses not included in requirements count toward electives.
Total Credit Hours: 58
Program Outcomes
Articulate and integrate knowledge, characteristics, and skills from academic experiences
Demonstrate foundational content theoretical knowledge and application in exercise science
Translate disciplinary knowledge in content, theory and application in two or more sub-disciplines of exercise science
Generate, design, and implement scientific inquiries within multiple sub-disciplines of exercise science
Develop cultural competency in working with and/or applying exercise science knowledge to diverse populations
Communicate scientific findings to diverse audiences