Exercise Science, B.S.

Admissions Requirements

Program Requirements for Students in Fall 2019 Catalog and After:

• completion of Areas A-F
• completion of the following two Area F courses, with a minimum grade of “C” or better on the first attempt (WF counts as an attempt) — competitive applicants will have a grade of “B-” or better in each: KH 2220K and 2230K
• submission of the major application, including a statement of purpose not to exceed 1,000 words, which addresses 1) your educational and career objectives and how an Exercise Science degree will help you achieve those goals, and 2) lists extracurricular activities, including jobs, volunteer work, student clubs/organizations, etc.

Program Requirements for Students in Fall 2016 through Summer 2019 Catalogs:

• completion of Areas A-E
• completion of the following four Area F courses, with a minimum grade of “C” or better on the first attempt (WF counts as an attempt) — competitive applicants will have a grade of “B-” or better in each: KH 2220, KH 2221, KH 2230, and KH 2231
• submission of the major application, including a statement of purpose not to exceed 1,000 words, which addresses 1) your educational and career objectives and how an Exercise Science degree will help you achieve those goals, and 2) lists extracurricular activities, including jobs, volunteer work, student clubs/organizations, etc.

Program Requirements for Students in Catalogs Prior to Fall 2016:

• completion of Areas A-E
• completion of the following two courses with a minimum grade of “C” and minimum combined course grade point average of 2.5 in no more than two attempts per course: KH 2220 (Anatomy in Kinesiology & Health) and KH 2230 (Physiology in Kinesiology & Health)
• submission of the major application

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Program of Study

B.S. in Exercise Science

Core Curriculum (42 hours) in addition to preparation for the major (18 hours), and major area (60 hours).

Some of the courses include Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, and Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription. The program concludes with an internship.

Total program: Minimum of 120 semester hours.

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Program Financial Information

Lab fees are associated with several courses within the Exercise Science program. In addition, B.S. majors must pay all tuition and fees charged by the university and the college.

The exercise science program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) through the Committee on Accreditation for the Exercise Sciences (CoAES).

Internships give students practical experience in planning, organizing, assessing and implementing programs in exercise science, including but not limited to, industrial fitness, health clubs, rehabilitation clinics, wellness centers and athletic clubs.

The Department of Kinesiology and Health in accord with the College of Education and the other colleges and departments of the university seeks an ever-increasing degree of excellence in a wide variety of programs. The Department’s mission includes:

Recognizing that physical activity is vital for all people, the Department of Kinesiology and Health at Georgia State seeks to:

• discover new knowledge and advance the understanding of the role of physical activity in attaining optimal health and well-being,
• educate members of society and prepare future professionals, and
• promote healthy lifestyles through life-long activity and learning.

The Department provides professional preparation and continuing education in each of these fields, generates and communicates knowledge, and serves the community with emphasis on the urban setting of which it is a part. The Department recognizes the necessity of cross cultural competence and actively supports international development activities in research, teaching and service. Although the Department is diverse in the disciplines it embraces, the members of the faculty are united in their interdisciplinary commitment to the highest quality in all of these pursuits.

Student Learning Outcome Goals and Competencies for the BS Exercise Science Program:

1: Content Knowledge

Students should have an understanding of content, principles and research related to anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, movement performance and psychology of physical activity courses

2: Practical Skills

Students should be able to develop, conduct and communicate safe and effective assessments and programs associated with physical activity, wellness and exercise in clinical and non-clinical populations.

3: Professional Development

Students should be able to demonstrate evidence-based critical thinking, problem-solving and the professional attributes related to a successful career in exercise science.

Student Resources

• KHort Schedule