Exercise Science

exercise science

WHAT IS EXERCISE SCIENCE?

This major is part of the Health and Medicine Exploration Group

Exercise Science Major Website

The Exercise Science program prepares students to analyze sport and exercise performance. This major prepares graduates for careers in strength and conditioning, sports performance, health and fitness promotion, sports medicine and wellness centers, rehabilitation facilities and clinical research programs. Many of our graduates will continue their education with advanced degrees in exercise science, nutrition, and public health as well as healthcare professions including medicine, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, and athletic training. Students complete coursework in general education, cognate areas, and kinesiology, with an emphasis on basic science courses. It has well-equipped laboratories in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Biochemistry, and Sport Biomechanics. Students also have opportunities to gain practical experience with internships and research programs right here on campus.  

Declaration, Major Requirements, and Courses

HOW TO DECLARE:

APPLICATION REQUIRED. Admission is very competitive and requires a strong GPA along with the completion of specific courses. Find more information and the application here.

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MAJOR REQUIREMENTS:

Major Requirements Overview

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HELPFUL INTRO COURSES:

BIOL 1107 - Principles of Biology 1 (Major Requirement)

NUSC 1165 - Fundamentals of Nutrition (Major Requirement)

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Possible Career Opportunities

COMMON CAREER PATHS:

UConn students who major in Exercise Science often pursue careers with a focus on analyzing sport and exercise performance. Common examples include but are not limited to careers in: 

- Athletic training
- Clinical research
- Health or wellness coaching
- Health promotion
- Medicine
- Occupational therapy
- Personal training
- Physical therapy
- Rehabilitation services
- Sports medicine
- Strength and conditioning 

COMMON AREAS OF GRADUATE STUDY:

Exercise Science majors who go on to pursue graduate studies pursue a wide variety of master’s, and/or doctoral degrees based on their interests. Common examples include but are not limited to degrees in: 

- Exercise physiology
- Exercise science
- Kinesiology
- Medicine
- Nutrition
- Physical therapy 

ADDITIONAL CAREER RESOURCES:

For additional examples of careers and graduate studies that UConn alumni have pursued, visit the UConn alumni search on LinkedIn or the Department of Kinesiology website. 

For further insight beyond the journeys of UConn alumni, visit Zippia or “What Can I do with this Major?”.