Exercise and Sport Science

Exercise and Sport Science at St. Mary’s

The Department of Exercise and Sport Science at St. Mary’s University offers degrees tailored to prepare students for careers in human movement-related fields and advanced professional or graduate study. Students acquire the academic knowledge and practical experience necessary to thrive in diverse movement settings such as strength and conditioning, fitness, physical therapy and rehabilitation.

Exercise and Sport Science studies the holistic connection of mind, body and spirit in each human being. Students study and practice how the body works in both stillness and movement, with an emphasis on the interconnectedness of all the systems within the body. 

• Teacher Certification

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  The Exercise and Sport Science program at St. Mary’s includes a 27-credit-hour teacher certification option.

  Learn more about teacher certification

• Degree Plans

  Students can pursue a bachelor’s degree with the option to include a teaching certification:

  Bachelor of Arts in Exercise and Sport Science (not open to incoming students)
  Bachelor of Arts in Exercise and Sport Science with Teacher Certification
  Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Science with Generalist Track (coming Fall 2024)
  Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Science with Pre-Physical Therapy Track (coming Fall 2024)

  The Department of Exercise and Sport Science also offers an 18-credit-hour minor:

  Minor in Exercise and Sport Science

• Highlighted Courses

  Students in the program take a variety of classes including:

  Biomechanics
  Essentials of Strength and Conditioning
  Exercise Physiology
  Exercise and Sport Psychology
  Exercise Testing and Prescription
  Motor Learning
  Prosthetics
  Sport Nutrition

  Find course descriptions and requirements:

  course catalog

What can I do with a degree in Exercise and Sport Science?

A degree in Exercise and Sport Science paves the way for graduate study and careers in esteemed areas like physical therapy, occupational therapy, prosthetics and orthotics, athletic training and sports administration.