运动科学

With a Bachelor’s Degree in 运动科学, the possibilities are endless. The 运动科学 program will equip you to conduct and evaluate health and fitness assessments, design and implement exercise programs, and monitor health and fitness changes over time.

The 运动科学 major is perfect for students who are interested in the intersection of science and fitness. The program prepares you for a career working with individuals seeking to improve their health and wellness or for post-graduate study. If you appreciate exercise and maintaining the human body, are comfortable working with people from a variety of backgrounds, and learning about the impacts of personal health on society, a degree in 运动科学 can provide you with the skills necessary to find fulfilling employment.

What You'll Study

In your first two years at 美高梅博彩, you will develop a well-rounded educational foundation in liberal arts and science, strengthening your ability to think critically and communicate effectively.

During your junior and senior years, you will be immersed in exercise science-focused courses with components of kinesiology, 营养, anatomy and physiology, and injury prevention. 

You’ll receive outstanding academic advising, student-centered learning, and an experiential education.

Beyond the Classroom

In the 运动科学 program at 美高梅博彩, learning goes beyond lecture. Educational activities include hands-on learning experiences through state of the art technologies like 3G wireless human simulators and laboratories uniquely outfitted for this program.

学生 gain real world experience by completing one 200-hour internship during their junior or senior year, in a setting which may include local hospitals, community centers, 首页less shelters, 养老院, and health and wellness centers.

毕业后

Exercise science and wellness job options include working with college and professional sports teams, Olympic and international sports teams, 特殊奥林匹克运动会, 残奥会, 基督教青年会, Boys and Girls Clubs, geriatric facilities, 健身房, 健身中心, and in corporate health and wellness programs.

Graduates can find careers in the following fields, among others: 

For those interested in pursuing further education, the curriculum fulfills the pre-requisites for many graduate programs including Master of Science in Athletic Training, Master of Science in 运动科学, Master of Science in Public Health, and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy.

Career information is provided through Vault and O'Net. Current 美高梅博彩 students can see the full results on Vault using their student email and password. 

与教师见面

Sally Wimberley, MS, RD, LDN
Program Coordinator of 运动科学, Pre-Physical Therapy, and Nutrition Science
Assistant Professor
Head Cheerleading Coach

Dee Medford-Baker
Assistant Professor of 生物学

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