BS Applied Exercise Science at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Applied Exercise Science is a Bachelor of Science in the School of Kinesiology focused on how physical activity enhances human performance and health across the lifespan, covering human physiology, the fitness industry, behavior change and health promotion.

Faculty: School of Kinesiology  |  Department: Applied Exercise Science  |  Intake: Fall (Regular Decision deadline Feb 1)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Ann Arbor, MI, United States

What you will study

The flexible curriculum includes 15 credits of advisor-guided major electives and a required for-credit internship or other real-world learning experience during or after junior year. Sample courses include Applied Anatomy and Physiology, Essentials of Exercise Physiology, Exercise Prescription and Testing, Psychology of Sport and Exercise, and Physical Activity Across the Lifespan.

Career pathways

Graduates work in health promotion, healthcare, athletic performance, entrepreneurship and business as research assistants, rehabilitation aides, ECG technicians, project managers, strength and conditioning coaches, medical sales and marketing staff and fitness directors; others continue to graduate programs such as athletic training, physical therapy, nutrition, public health, medicine, physician assistant and occupational therapy.

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