Program Overview

Introduction to the Exercise Science Specialization

The STEM-designated MS degree program with specialization in exercise science offers a sequence of courses that prepare students for careers in adult fitness and wellness, corporate and executive fitness, general health promotion, and cardiac rehabilitation.

Program Overview

Coursework is blended with clinical experience, and students are mentored in the development and completion of individual research projects. The human performance laboratory provides for measurement of muscular strength and endurance, body composition analysis, and metabolic, cardiovascular, and respiratory function during exercise. Clinical research experiences that focus on the health implication of regular exercise as well as in-depth supervised field experiences are provided through a wide variety of corporate and clinical internships. In addition, the program prepares students for more advanced study in exercise science.

Program Structure

To support our full-time working students, the majority of our classes in the program are hybrid (in person and online) and held in the evenings.

Program Requirements and Courses

• For more information, please refer to the program's course catalog or consult with the program director.

Program Director

• Anoop Balachandran, Graduate Advisor

Research Areas

• The program focuses on various research areas, including:
  • Biomechanics & Motor Learning
  • Exercise & Aging Lab
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Sensory Laboratory
  • Sport Science Laboratory
  • Child & Family Well Being
  • Nutritional Epidemiology
  • Dietary Behaviors of Ethnic Minorities & Immigrants
  • Family Policies
  • Competitive Activities in Physical Education Classes
  • Brand Rumors about Food safety

Student Resources

• The program offers various resources to support student success, including:
  • Office hours
  • News and updates
  • Job postings
  • Alumni outcomes
  • Student clubs, such as:
    • Exercise Science & Human Performance
    • FNES Garden Club
    • Human Development & Family Science
    • Nutrition & Dietetics
    • Physical Education

Campus Facilities

• The program utilizes various campus facilities, including:
  • Fitzgerald Gym
  • Remsen Hall

Program Newsletters

• The program publishes newsletters to keep students and faculty informed about program news and updates.
• Issues:
  • ISSUE #1
  • ISSUE #2

Institutional Information

• Queens College is located at 65-30 Kissena Blvd, Flushing, NY 11367.
• The college is committed to providing equal opportunity and adhering to Title IX policies.