Sports and Exercise Sciences - Exercise Science Degree
About the SES - Exercise Science Degree
This degree track prepares a student for employment in a variety of sport performance and rehabilitative settings. Additionally, this degree track, through appropriate use of electives, provides for preparation for graduate programs in exercise science, allied health, or other related areas.
This degree is for the student who wants:
- an in-depth exercise science curriculum focused on biomechanics, exercise physiology and multiple areas of human performance;
- to seek further education in occupational therapy, physical therapy or other areas of medicine;
- direct involvement with human performance research through activities in the Biomechanics and Human Performance Research Laboratories.
Degree Requirements & Resources
Requirement Resources:
- See Advising Services Degree Checklist page for complete degree and course listing.
- See WT Catalog for complete degree and course requirements - Major Code 150.
Program Resources:
- Degree Information sheet coming soon
- WTAMU Pre-Professional Specialization Information
Career Opportunities
Students gain knowledge for career opportunities or preparation for additional education in career areas including, but not limited to:
- Biomechanics
- Exercise Physiology
- Nutrition
- Sport Performance
- Strength Training
- Allied Health Professions: Athletic Training, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Chiropratic, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Prosthetics, and many others.
See the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Handbook for more industry and career information.
Scholarships & Program Cost
There are numerous scholarships and financial aid programs available to SES - Exercise Science degree students.
- Visit the WT Scholarships page for more details.
- Visit the WT Cost Calculator to estimate costs for this program.
