Bachelor of Science with a Major in Exercise and Movement Science
Exercise and Movement Science
Students who earn a B.S. in Exercise and Movement Science will be prepared to sit for the national Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist exam. Graduates will be prepared to work in a wide array of fitness and athletic settings and will develop a framework to understand and analyze human movement, incorporating an appreciation of the overlapping influences from anatomical, physiological, psychological, and neurological factors. All students will complete an internship to gain experience in a setting that aligns with their future career goals.
Students in the Exercise and Movement Science major will have the opportunity to:
- Study the natural sciences and apply your knowledge to concepts in biomechanics, nutrition, research, exercise assessment and prescription, and programming.
- Learn how to design, prescribe, implement, and assess exercise programs for different populations.
- Gain practical experience with exercise technology and equipment through Bryant’s new state-of-the-art Exercise and Movement Science Lab.
- Develop communication skills to interact and collaborate with patients, caregivers, and other professionals within the healthcare sector.
- Use critical thinking and core research skills to find solutions to problems in the field.
Descriptions of Tracks:
Two tracks of study are available. The Strength and Conditioning Track is designed for students who wish to enter the workforce after graduation, while the Healthcare Provider Prep track is designed for students who wish to build upon their knowledge by pursuing a graduate degree in a healthcare or medical field.
Healthcare Provider Prep
This track will prepare students for graduate level studies in a variety of different healthcare programs, including physical therapy and athletic training.
Strength and Conditioning Track
Bachelor of Science with a Major in Exercise and Movement Science Degree Requirements:
General Education Requirements
University Minor Requirements
Exercise and Movement Science Major Curriculum Requirements:
| Exercise and Movement Sciences Major Core Requirements | ||
| SCI 251 & SCI L251 | Biology I Principles of Biology and Biology I Laboratory | 4 |
| SCI 253 & SCI L253 | Biology II Organismal Biology and Biology II Laboratory | 4 |
| SCI 352 & SCI L352 | Exercise Physiology and Exercise Physiology Laboratory | 4 |
| SCI 360 & SCI L360 | Anatomy and Physiology I and Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I | 4 |
| SCI 380 & SCI L380 | Anatomy and Physiology II and Anatomy and Physiology Lab II | 4 |
| SCI 381 & SCI L381 | Human Kinesiology and Kinesiology Lab | 4 |
| SCI 387 | Functional Musculoskeletal Anatomy | 3 |
| SCI 388 | Field Experience I | 3 |
| SCI 476 & SCI L476 | Principles of Strength and Conditioning I and Principles of Strength and Conditioning I Lab | 4 |
| Choose One of the Following Tracks | ||
| Strength and Conditioning Track Required Courses | ||
| SCI 386 | Sports Nutrition | 3 |
| SCI 472 | Al and Technology in Wellness and Performance | 3 |
| SCI 477 & SCI L477 | Principles of Strength and Conditioning II and Principles of Strength and Conditioning II Lab | 4 |
| SCI 488 | Field Experience II | 3 |
| PSY 481 | Exercise and Sport Psychology | 3 |
| Healthcare Provider Prep Track Required Courses | ||
| SCI 386 | Sports Nutrition | 3 |
| or SCI 354 | Fundamentals of Nutrition | |
| SCI 472 | Al and Technology in Wellness and Performance | 3 |
| or SCI 359 | Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare | |
| SCI 383 | Human Health and Disease | 3 |
| Students in the healthcare provider prep track must complete the above required courses and must complete two additional upper-level science (SCI) courses that are related to their future academic endeavors. | 6 | |
| Mathematics Requirement: | ||
| MATH 121 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry I ((EMS Majors are required to take MATH 121 this can be used to fulfill the GEN ED MATH 110 requirement)) | 3 |
| Business Minor Requirement (Healthcare Management and Strategy Minor recommended for Health Care Provider Prep Track) | ||
A minimum of 49/50 credit hours are required for the major depending on track.
A minimum of 120 credit hours are required for graduation.
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