Bachelor’s Degree in Human Performance and Physical Education Emphasis in Exercise Science Requirements
The Exercise Science program is designed to provide a strong background in human performance and sciences related to physical education and exercise as well as provide flexibility in curriculum for students to meet admissions requirements for master’s programs, physical therapy programs, occupational therapy programs, etc. Students should work with their advisor to select electives based on the career path or graduate program of the student.
Expected Outcomes:
- Graduates shall demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in careers within the field.
- Graduates shall demonstrate knowledge and skills needed to be successful in graduate/professional programs within the field.
- Graduates shall complete a capstone course in the last semester of their senior year.
Degree Requirements (Semester Hours)
General Education Courses
Core Requirements to include:
Major Field of Study (43)
Required Human Performance and Physical Education Core Courses (19)
| HPPE | Activity Course | 1 |
| HPPE 200 | Foundations of Health, PE, and Sport | 3 |
| HPPE 211 | First Aid and Emergency Care | 3 |
| HPPE 390 | Research Methods in Human Performance | 3 |
| HPPE 401 | Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| HPPE 406 | Kinesiology/Biomechanics | 3 |
| HPPE 499 | Human Performance Capstone | 3 |
Additional Required for Exercise Science Emphasis (21)
Electives (9 hours must be numbered 300 or above) (21-24)
Human Performance and Physical Education Electives (choose from the list below) (12)
| HPPE 111 | Personal and Community Health | 3 |
| HPPE 210 | Human Performance Practicum | 3 |
| HPPE 320 | Motor Learning | 3 |
| HPPE 324 | Philosophy & Techniques of Coaching | 3 |
| HPPE 325 | Activity Skills: Individual and Team Sports | 3 |
| HPPE 330 | Assessment and Care of Athletic Injuries | 3 |
| HPPE 345 | History of Sport & Physical Education | 3 |
| SPM 331 | Legal Aspects of Sport | 3 |
| SPM 350 | Current Trends & Issues in Sport Management | 3 |
| SPM 410 | Sport Facilities and Event Management | 3 |
Electives (9-12)
Total Credit Hours: 121-122
*All Human Performance & Physical Education majors must make a “C-” or higher in all HPPE courses.
See catalog or program coordinator for degree requirements for either BA or BS degree.