B.S. in Kinesiology - Exercise Science Emphasis
Create a free account to unlock full content!
By registering, you agree to our Privacy Statement and Terms and Conditions.
Program Overview
Exercise Science Program
The Exercise Science program at Montana State University focuses on the clinical and performance-based understandings of human movement. Students in this program can pursue advanced education to work in sports medicine or rehabilitation in positions such as physical and occupational therapy, physician assistant, sports medicine, or medical school.
B.S. in Kinesiology - Exercise Science Emphasis
The B.S. in Kinesiology with an Exercise Science emphasis allows students to customize their junior and senior year coursework for later application to health-related graduate programs. Core courses in the Exercise Science program range from anatomy and physiology to math and statistics, as well as biomechanics, nutrition, and exercise physiology.
Program Details
- Students have opportunities to learn through hands-on experiences such as internships and research opportunities.
- Graduates of the Exercise Science option go on to careers in corporate wellness programs, exercise rehab programs, or graduate programs related to physical or occupational therapy.
- The Kinesiology major at Montana State offers one additional Option Within the Major: Health and Fitness.
Career Opportunities
Exercise Science students at Montana State University can pursue careers in:
- Occupational Therapy
- Medical Physician Assistant
- Corporate Wellness
- Physical Therapy
- Sports Medicine
- Biomechanics
- Exercise Rehabilitation
Sample Course Plan
The sample course plan for the Exercise Science program is outlined below:
Year One
| Fall | Spring |
|---|---|
| CHMY 141 - College Chemistry I & CHMY 142 - College Chemistry I Lab | 4 |
| M 161Q - Survey of Calculus | 4 |
| Choose one of the following: PSYX 100IS - Introduction to Psychology or KIN 105 - Foundations of Exercise Science | 3-4 |
| Choose one of the following: WRIT 101W - College Writing I or University Core | 3 |
| CHMY 143 - College Chemistry II & CHMY 144 - College Chemistry II Lab | 4 |
| COMX 111US - Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| Choose one of the following: KIN 105 - Foundations of Exercise Science or PSYX 100IS - Introduction to Psychology | 3-4 |
| NUTR 221CS - Basic Human Nutrition | 3 |
| Choose one of the following: University Core or WRIT 101W | 3 |
Year Two
| Fall | Spring |
|---|---|
| BIOH 201 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| KIN 210 - Principles of Strength and Conditioning | 3 |
| PHSX 205 - College Physics I | 4 |
| STAT 216Q - Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| BIOH 211 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| KIN 320 - Exercise Physiology | 4 |
| PHSX 207 - College Physics II | 4 |
| University Core | 4 |
Year Three
| Fall | Spring |
|---|---|
| HDFS 371 - Research Methods in HHD | 3 |
| KIN 322 - Kinesiology | 4 |
| Suggested Electives | 9 |
| KIN 325R - Biomechanics | 4 |
| Kinesiology Suggested Electives | 9 |
Year Four
| Fall | Spring |
|---|---|
| KIN 330 - Motor Learning and Control | 4 |
| NUTR 411 - Nutrition for Sports and Exercise | 4 |
| Suggested Electives | 6 |
| Suggested Electives | 6 |
| University Core and/or General Electives | 10 |
Total Program Credits
The total program credits for the Exercise Science program are 120 credits.