Interested in Sport and Exercise Science? Are you passionate about health and fitness? Want to inspire others to be the best they can be?
Learn about how the body works during exercise, and develop the skills to coach people through fitness training. IU South Bend’s Bachelor of Science in Health Science degree with a concentration in Sports and Exercise Science is designed for students interested in careers related to health and fitness. This exciting field is growing and graduates are in high demand. Students will have the opportunity to engage in their field of study through real world, hands-on application in class and through Service Learning Experiences. Students majoring in Sports and Exercise Science can pursue certification as Strength and Conditioning Specialists, Personal Trainers, Exercise Physiologists and more. Man will go on to graduate level degrees in various health and wellness fields.
Degree Requirements
Career opportunities in Sports and Exercise Science include:
- Exercise Physiologist (salary: $46,270/year)
- Wellness Consultant (salary: $75,000/year)
- Sport and Fitness Administrator (salary: $42,000/year)