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.
Two tracks of study are available. The Applied Exercise and Coaching 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.
Description of Tracks:
Applied Exercise and Coaching Track
This track will allow students to broaden their perspective on health and fitness, enhancing their ability to lead individuals and groups in fitness/performance related activities as a coach or exercise specialist.
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.
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 352 | Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| 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 383 | Human Health and Disease | 3 |
| SCI 386 | Sports Nutrition | 3 |
| SCI 387 | Functional Musculoskeletal Anatomy | 3 |
| SCI 388 | Field Experience I | 3 |
| SCI 467 | Management Principles in Fitness and Athletics | 3 |
| SCI 471 & SCI L471 | Exercise Testing and Prescription and Exercise Testing and Prescription Lab | 4 |
| SCI 476 & SCI L476 | Principles of Strength and Conditioning I and Principles of Strength and Conditioning I Lab | 4 |
| 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 |
| Choose One of the Following Tracks | ||
| Track #1 Applied Exercise and Coaching | ||
| Select Two courses from the following list: | ||
| COM 344 | Sports Media Production | 3 |
| ECO 340 | Sports Economics | 3 |
| LGLS 380 | Sport and the Law | 3 |
| MATH 488 | Sports Statistics | 3 |
| PSY 374 | Introduction to Neuroscience | 3 |
| PSY 375 | Health Psychology | 3 |
| SCI 379 | Emergency Medical Technician I | 6 |
| SCI 466 | Global Health Challenges | 3 |
| SOC 360 | Sociology of Sport | 3 |
| SCI HS300 | Honors Special Topics in Science Application of Brain Science | 3 |
| Track #2 Healthcare Provider Prep | ||
| Students must pick two upper-level Science courses that are related to their future academic endeavors. | ||
| Suggested Electives for All Tracks | ||
| SCI L352 | Exercise Physiology Laboratory | 1 |
| 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 | ||
A minimum of 51 credit hours is required for the major.
A minimum of 120 credit hours is required for graduation.