3+3 Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science and a Doctor of Occupational Therapy
The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science equips students with the knowledge and experience essential for the exercise science field. The coursework emphasizes subjects such as biology, anatomy, kinesiology, exercise physiology, lifetime wellness, nutrition, health problems and promotion, fitness assessment, and professional ethics. This structured curriculum builds a solid exercise science foundation, encompasses a capstone research project, and includes a real-world internship experience.
Degree Requirements
General Education Requirements - 30 hours
Communication – 9 hrs.
Humanities and Social Science – 9 hrs.
| PSY 113 | Principles of Psychology | 3 |
| PSY (200 Level or Above) Elective (3) | 3 |
| Humanities Elective (3) | 3 |
Mathematics and Science – 10 hrs.
Other – 2 hrs.
Content Requirement - 52 hours
Required Courses - 43 hours
Exercise Science Electives - 9 hours
9 Exercise Science elective credits from the following: AHS 113, EXS 103, EXS 243, EXS 413, EXS 423, EXS 453, EXS 483 in Coaching, EXS 493, EXS 474, EXS 473.
Electives - 8 hrs
Elective hours determined in conjunction with advisor and based on graduate school preparation.
Occupational Therapy Required Courses – 38 hrs.
Occupational Therapy coursework is taken in the student's fourth year of study, which counts toward both degrees through credit sharing.
Total Credit Hours: 128