The Science of Wellness
The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science prepares students to understand human movement, performance, and health through evidence-based coursework in kinesiology, physiology, biomechanics, and nutrition. Ideal for aspiring clinicians, coaches, fitness leaders, and all health professionals, the program emphasizes hands-on learning—labs, movement analysis, and modern testing equipment—alongside internships, community engagement, and faculty-mentored research. Students develop skills in assessment, program design, clinical reasoning, exercise prescription, movement assessment, and professional communication, with preparation for certifications (ACE, ACSM, NASM, NSCA). The curriculum can be tailored for any graduate school track including pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-chiropractic, pre-occupational therapy, or pre-physical therapy pathways.
Our student-centered program offers personalized advising, career support, and real-world experiences that launch careers in healthcare, athletics, research, and community wellness.
Available Majors, Minors, and Concentrations
An Exercise Science degree from Newberry College will equip you with the knowledge and experience to work in the health and fitness industry or to further your education in graduate school. Exercise Science graduates are employed in a variety of fields in the health and fitness industry or in allied health fields, such as kinesiotherapy or cardiac rehabilitation. Graduates also are prepared to pursue advanced degrees in allied health fields, such as Physical Therapy or Chiropractic.
Major
Exercise Science and Human Performance
Minors
Sport Management
Coaching
Requirements
In addition to the Newberry College Liberal Arts Core, Exercise Science and Human Performance majors are required to complete 65 credit hours, which includes 42 hours in Exercise Science courses, an internship approved by the program chair and 23 hours drawn from Biology, Chemistry and Math courses.
Sport Management
The Sport Management minor provides a comprehensive overview of the Sport Management field, from accounting and marketing to sport psychology and facility management. Students are required to complete 9 credit hours of required courses in Sport Management, one elective in Business Administration, and one elective in Communications.
Coaching
A minor in Coaching requires 16 credit hours in Physical Education and Sport Management courses.
Career Possibilities
- ** Additional study required
- Biomechanics**
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist
- Chiropractic**
- Exercise Physiologist
- Exercise Specialist
- Fitness Center Manager
- Fitness Instructor
- Fitness Trainer
- Kinesiotherapist
- Physical Therapy**
- Recreation Coordinator
- Sports Coach
- Sports Medicine**
- Strength & Conditioning Coach
