Sport and Exercise Science B.S. – Exercise Science Emphasis
College of Natural and Health Sciences
Contact: Gary D. Heise, Ph.D., Program Coordinator
Location: Gunter 2620
Telephone: 970.351.1738
Website: http://www.unco.edu/NHS/ses
Advising Information:
Students must consult with their assigned major advisor each semester prior to registering.
Assigned advisor is available through the Ursa login; ursa.unco.edu; under Student tab Academic Profile channel and is term specific. If no advisor is listed, contact the major program for advisor information.
The program consists of three parts:
- Liberal Arts Core (LAC) Credits
- Required Major Credits
- University-Wide Credits
Program Description:
The Exercise Science program is designed to provide students quality academic and professional preparation in the scientific study of exercise science and post-graduate degrees. The program offers a sound theoretical foundation and clinical applications. Graduates will be prepared to pursue enrollment in physical therapy, athletic training, occupational therapy, physician assistant, or other health related professional programs. The Exercise Science program is a National Strength and Conditioning Association education recognition program.
Program Admission Requirements:
Academic Good Standing
Program Requirements:
- To graduate with a BS in Exercise Science, all students must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher. If cumulative GPA falls below a 3.0, students will have one semester to attain a 3.0. Otherwise, students are encouraged to meet with an advisor to discuss alternative degree options at UNC.
- Prior to registering for SES 492, students must complete all SES prefix courses with a GPA of 3.0; have current CPR certification; and have consent of the Internship Director.
- A grade of “C” or higher is required in all SES prefix courses; the course must be retaken until a "C" or higher is achieved, C minus is not acceptable.
Degree Requirements — 120 Credits
Degree Requirements
1. Required Specified LAC— 24 credits
LAC area 2 - Mathematics
| STAT 150 | Introduction to Statistical Analysis | 3 |
LAC area 5c - Human Behavior and Social Systems
LAC area 6 — Physical and Life Science
Remaining LAC — 24 credits
See “Liberal Arts Core”.
2. Required Major — 61 credits
Take all of the following courses:
Choose 24 credits from the following courses:
3. University-Wide Credits — 11 credits
Complete additional credits to achieve the minimum credits needed for this degree at UNC; for this degree that will typically be 11 credits.
NOTE: The Exercise Science program is a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) education recognition program. Students wishing to participate in the NSCA recognition program should consult their advisor.