Bachelor of Science
Exercise and Sports Science
Program Overview
You’re fascinated with the human body, injury recovery and how nutrition, psychology and exercise come together holistically for health. You want to work with people and make a major impact on their lives.
The Exercise and Sports Science degree program at Johnson & Wales will prepare you for a variety of career paths that will inspire success. Upon graduation, you will qualify for occupations such as recreational therapist, exercise physiologist, medical program coordinator, athletic trainer and more.
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Exercise and Sports Science students will get to build skills in two brand new labs with state-of-art equipment.
The Human Performance Lab is designed to help athletes develop strength, speed, flexibility, balance and power. Its features include two Olympic-sized platforms in front of expansive windows with a MEGA power rack developed for power training, a dumbbell weight rack, two ball racks, a back extension system and two FMS devices that assess for risk of injury in athletes, including those in the NFL. A Biodex isokinetic testing device will enable students and faculty to predict rotator cuff or hamstring injuries in athletes.
The Exercise Science Lab will allow faculty and students to do firsthand clinical practice and conduct cutting-edge research on health, fitness and nutrition. Its state-of-the-art equipment will nurture expert clinicians and researchers in the health and wellness field.
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Sample Exercise and Sports Science Courses
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In addition to classes, free elective credit can be applied to a number of options such as Directed Experiential Education (DEE), internship, minor or study abroad. You are encouraged to contact an advisor before scheduling free elective credits.
Special Event: Open House
Campus is open for you! Take a student-led walking tour and meet with Admissions, Student Financial Services, Faculty, Residential Life and more. Learn more about academics and meet professors and the college dean, too.
Featured Exercise and Sport Science Faculty
Associate Professor + Department Chair
I am a health services investigator with 9+ years of experience in developing/analyzing program evaluation data, building analytical models, analyzing state legislation + researching effective policy solutions.
Director of the Physical Therapy Program
Ullucci’s research interests focus on the evaluation and treatment of concussion, whiplash injuries, chronic headache, TMJ, spine, manual therapy, injury prevention and reducing workers’ compensation costs for businesses.
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Occupational Outlook*
Some professions may require additional study, background checks, certifications, licenses, exams and/or experience as required qualifications for employment. Students are responsible for verifying that they can meet the employment requirements of potential employers.
| Occupation | Growth | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Exercise Physiologist | 9% | $47,940 |
| Athletic Trainer | 17% | $48,420 |
| Occupational Therapist | 14% | $86,570 |
| Physician Assistant | 28% | $121,530 |
*Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, . Job outlook: 2021-2031. Median salary: 2023.
