2025-2026 Academic Catalog

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2025-2026 Academic Catalog

Exercise Science, Emphasis in Health Studies, BS

Comon Core - Credits: 35

Biblical Literacy - Credits: 6

BIBL 1013 - Introduction to Christian Scripture Credits: 3
BIBL 1023 - Christian Theology and Ethics Credits: 3

Composition and Literature - Credits: 6

ENGL 1153 - English Composition: Exposition and Argument Credits: 3
ENGL 1163 - English: Composition and Classical Literature Credits: 3

Scientific Literacy and Mathematics - Credits: 7

GNSC 1124 - Issues in Biology Credits: 4
OR any BIOL class with lab
MATH 1163 - College Algebra Credits: 3 Or any Math above 1163

Wellness and Lifelong Fitness - Credits: 1

PHED 1001 - The Wellness Lifestyle Credits: 1

History and Literature - Credits: 12

ENGL 2013 - European Civilization: Literature Credits: 3
HIST 2013 - European Civilization: History Credits: 3
ENGL 2023 - Modern West: Literature Credits: 3
HIST 2023 - Modern West: History Credits: 3

Philosophy and Fine Arts - Select One Course

FNAR 2063 - Arts and Western Culture Credits: 3
FNAR 2163 - Arts and Ideas Credits: 3
PHIL 1043 - Introduction to Philosophy Credits: 3

Supportive Core - Credits: 12

MATH 2003 - Basic Statistics Credits: 3
PSYC 1223 - Introduction to Psychology Credits: 3
PSYC 2503 - Lifespan Development Credits: 3
SOCI 1223 - Introduction to Sociology Credits: 3

Area of Emphasis - Credits: 39

BIOL 2354 - Human Anatomy Credits: 4
BIOL 2364 - Human Physiology Credits: 4
EXSC 1013 - Introduction to Exercise Science Credits: 3
EXSC 1101 - First Aid/CPR Credits: 1
EXSC 1733 - Introduction to Nutrition Credits: 3
EXSC 2353 - Legal Issues in Exercise Science, Sport and Recreation Credits: 3
EXSC 2723 - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries Credits: 3
EXSC 3103 - Motor Learning Credits: 3
EXSC 3504 - Exercise Testing and Prescription Credits: 4
EXSC 3804 - Exercise Physiology Credits: 4
EXSC 4909 - Exercise Science, Sports & Recreation Capstone Credits: 0-1
NURS 1153 - Medical Terminology Credits: 3
PSYC 4723 - Abnormal Psychology Credits: 3

Area of Emphasis Electives - Credits: 9

Select from the following courses

EXSC 2103 - Inclusive Physical Activities Credits: 3
EXSC 3233 - Sport and Exercise Psychology Credits: 3
EXSC 3403 - Sport and Exercise Nutrition Credits: 3
EXSC 3553 - Current Health Issues Credits: 3
EXSC 4833 - Biomechanics Credits: 3
NURS 2213 - Pathophysiology Credits: 3
PHYS 2414 - College Physics I Credits: 4
PHYS 2424 - College Physics II Credits: 4
SPED 3023 - Introduction to Children with Exceptionalities Credits: 3
or NURS, BIOL, CHEM, PHYS, or SLP Electives

Electives - Credits: 25

Courses selected on the basis of student interest in consultation with faculty advisor.

Must include at least 6 credits of upper-level coursework.

Total Hours Required for Graduation - Credits: 120