B.S. in Exercise Physiology
Exercise physiology is ideal for students interested in the science of exercise and nutrition, and its impact on the body. The program includes extensive coursework in anatomy, physiology, chemistry, exercise physiology, and metabolism.
FSU was the first university in the nation to offer an innovative curriculum that combined nutrition and exercise physiology. The degree prepares students for graduate studies in exercise physiology and post-graduate training programs in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, chiropractic, physician assistant, physical therapy, and occupational therapy.
Students are also prepared for positions as personal trainers and health fitness instructors with hospital-based and corporate fitness programs. Upon graduating, students may be eligible for certification in programs offered through the American College of Sports Medicine.
Students must complete at least 52 hours of credit with a minimum grade point average of 2.00 and at least half the required General Education hours, including English composition and mathematics, or an A.A. Degree. As a prerequisite for entry into each undergraduate major in the department, students must achieve a grade of B-minus or higher in HUN 1201.
Students must complete the following courses in preparation for upper-division coursework in the major. All of the following may also apply toward General Education and/or major coursework. (See section on “Grades and Continuation Requirements.”)
| Course # | Hours | Name |
|---|---|---|
| MAC 1105 | 3 | College Algebra |
| MAC X114 | 3 | Analytic Trigonometry or approved alternative |
| MAC X140 | 3 | Pre-calculus Algebra or approved alternative |
| HUN X201 | 3 | The Science of Nutrition (“B minus” or higher required) |
| CHM X045, X045L | 4 (3+1) | General Chemistry I (and lab) |
| CHM X046, X046L | 4 (3+1) | General Chemistry II (and lab) |
| BSC X010, X010L | 4 (3+1) | Biological Science I (and lab) |
| PSY X012 | 3 | General Psychology |
Note: State-wide common prerequisites are always under review. For the most current information and for acceptable alternative courses, visit the “Common Prerequisites Manual.” This is available from the “Student Services” section of http://www.flvc.org.
In order to graduate and/or continue with a major in Exercise Physiology, students must earn these required final grades in the following courses:
| Grades and Continuation Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Students are only allowed a single repeat in just one of the following courses. (any attempt, at any institution) |
|
| “B minus” (or higher) | HUN 1201 |
| “C minus” (or higher) | MAC 1105 MAC 1114 MAC 1140 BSC 2010 BSC 2010L BSC 2011 CHM 1045 CHM 1045L CHM 1046 CHM 1046L Either CHM 2210 or CHM 2220 PSY 2012 STA 2122 |
| “S” (Satisfactory) | PET 3102 |
A grade of “C minus“ (or higher) is required in all other coursework required for the major.
| 82 Total Hours |
|---|
| College of Human Sciences Core (6 hours) | ||
|---|---|---|
| FAD 2230 | 3 | Family Relationships |
| XXX XXXX | 3 | Additional Course (any course offered by the College of Human Sciences that is not required for this major) |
| Department/Major Requirements (25 hours) | ||
|---|---|---|
| HUN 1201 | 3 | Science of Nutrition (B minus or higher required) |
| HUN 3224 | 3 | Intermediary Metabolism of Nutrients I |
| HUN 3226 | 3 | Intermediary Metabolism of Nutrients II |
| PET 3102 | 1 | Introduction to Exercise Science (“S” grade required) |
| PET 3322, 3322L | 4 (3,1) | Functional Anatomy and Physiology I (C+ or higher required in each) |
| PET 3323C | 4 | Functional Anatomy and Physiology II |
| APK 3110C | 4 | Applied Exercise Physiology |
| PET 4551C | 3 | Exercise Testing and Prescription |
| Required Electives (Select 3 of the following, 9 hours minimum) | ||
|---|---|---|
| HSC 4711 | 3 | Wellness and Risk Reduction |
| PET 3361 | 3 | Nutrition and Sport |
| APK 4400 | 3 | Sport Psychology |
| APK 3164 | 3 | Eating Disorders and Body Image |
| PET 3932 | 3 | Physical Activity and Health |
| ATR 3102 | 3 | Athletic Training (for non-majors) |
| PET 3932r | 3 | Special Topics – Exercise and Disease |
| APK 3113 | 3 | Strength and Conditioning |
| PET 4076 | 4 | Physical Dimensions of Aging |
| Required Coursework Outside of Department/College (42 hours) | ||
|---|---|---|
| MAC 1114 | 2 | MAC 1114 (2) Analytic Trigonometry |
| MAC 1140 | 3 | Pre-calculus Algebra |
| STA 2122 | 3 | Introduction to Applied Statistics or STA 2023 |
| PSY 2012 | 3 | General Psychology |
| CHM 1045, 1045L | 4 (3,1) | General Chemistry I and Lab |
| CHM 1046, 1046L | 4 (3,1) | General Chemistry II and Lab |
| PET 3932r | 3 | Special Topics – Exercise and Disease |
| APK 3113 | 3 | Strength and Conditioning |
| PET 4076 | 4 | Physical Dimensions of Aging |
| CHM 3217 | 4 (3,1) | One semester organic chemistry or all of: CHM 2210 (3) and CHM 2211, CHM 2211L (3,1) – Organic I, II + Lab |
| BCH 3023, 3023L | 4 (3,1) | Survey of Biochemistry and Lab or BCH 4624 (3) – Human Biochemistry |
| BSC 2010, 2010L | 4 (3,1) | Biological Sciences I and Lab |
| BSC 2011, 2011L | 4 (3,1) | BSC 2011, 2011L (3, 2) Biological Sciences II and Lab |
| PHY 2053C | 4 | College Physics A w/ Lab |
| PHY 2054C | 4 | College Physics B w/ Lab |
| Minimum Program Requirements (Summary) | |
|---|---|
| Min. Hours Required | 120 |
| General Education | 36* |
| Prerequisites | 0 (beyond general ed. & major coursework) |
| Major Coursework | 82* |
| Minor Coursework | 0 |
| Computer Skills | 0 (beyond the major) |
| CGS 2060 (3) or BSC 2010L (1) | |
| Oral Competency | 0 – 3 |
| Students must demonstrate the ability to orally transmit ideas and information clearly. This requirement may be met through with an approved college-level course; SPC 1017 suggested. | |
| Electives to bring total hours to 120 | (min. of 9 hours) |
| Electives to meet the graduation requirement of 120 hours; at least ten hours must be at the 3000-4000 level. | |
*Note: MAC 1105 (3), STA 2122 (3) and PSY 2012 (3) General Psychology should be taken as part of General Education requirements. Other courses required for this major may also be used to satisfy General Education requirements
Combined Bachelor's / Master's Pathway in Exercise Physiology
Current undergraduate majors in exercise physiology at FSU may apply to the combined pathway. Earn your M.S. in only one additional year beyond the time it takes to finish your bachelor’s degree.