Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science

Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science The Bachelor of Science degree in health and exercise science prepares students for careers and/or graduate study in areas such as medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy, health sciences, nutrition and exercise physiology. The program is science based and human oriented. The study of human movement comprises understanding of the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, immune and metabolic systems. Foundational sciences as well as exercise physiology, kinesiology and clinical opportunities provide the underpinning of the program. The majority of the major classes involve experiential laboratory components to illustrate and encourage the application of theoretical concepts. Opportunities for taking specialty elective classes are available to tailor the undergraduate major for specific graduate interests. Students must complete a minimum of 124 units with a Pacific cumulative and major/program grade point average of 2.0 in order to earn the Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Health and Exercise Science.