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Exercise Science
Preparing students for healthcare professions
Exercise science is a major that provides students with a strong biological and physical science-based foundation complemented by individual specialty courses in biomechanics, physiology, motor control & development, and athletic training. The major in exercise science is primarily a pre-professional program, preparing students for graduate programs in physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician assistant, medical and dental school, or advanced graduate training in exercise science. The exercise science program of study is designed to cover all courses needed to apply to graduate physical therapy programs, as well as many courses needed for other health-related graduate programs. Students not seeking postgraduate training can select career opportunities in health related clinical or research environments.
Students with the goal of attending medical school should visit UD's premedical website for advising and admission information. There are two distinct pathways by which students can gain admission to a professional school. One is open to all majors and requires just a basic knowledge of science and mathematics. Students taking this option are evaluated by the Health Science Advisement and Evaluation Committee (HSAEC), which writes a University of Delaware recommendation to medical institutions of the student's choice. Approximately 90% of High Recommend students, 60% of the Recommended with Enthusiasm and 15% of the Recommended attend medical school directly following their graduation from the University of Delaware.
AREAS OF STUDY
- Biology & Chemistry
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Exercise Physiology
- Biomechanics & Motor Control
- Sports Healthcare
- Statistics & Research Methods
CAREER AND GRADUATE PATHWAYS
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Physician Assistant
- Medical and Dental Programs
- Advanced graduate training in exercise science
What's special about this program?
The Kinesiology and Applied Physiology Department offers a major in exercise science leading to a Bachelor of Science for students interested in the scientific aspects of kinesiology, human physiology, biomechanics and neuromuscular control. The exercise science major provides students with an outstanding educational experience that prepares them for careers in the health professions or health sciences, and conducts research that addresses important issues related to human health. This is primarily a pre-professional program, preparing students for subsequent clinical, graduate, or professional programs. Most graduates pursue programs in physical or occupational therapy, medical or dental school, physician assistant programs, prosthetic/orthotic programs, or graduate schools in the exercise science discipline. The Medical Scholars concentration bridges the divide between science and the cultural needs of the medical profession and prepares students for medical school admission.
Get Involved
Exercise Science Club
Athletic Training Club
Lori’s Hands
Assistive Medical Technologies group
First Step Grand Challenges program
Sample Curriculum
KAAP180 | Intro to Exercise Science
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KAAP105 | Seminar in Exercise Science
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BISC207 | Biology I
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CHEM103 | General Chemistry
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MMSC200 | Language of Medicine
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ENGL110 | Critical Reading & Writing
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PSYC100
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General Psychology |
BISC208
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Biology II |
CHEM104
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General Chemistry |
KAAP309 | Human Anatomy & Physiology I |
MATH221 |
Calculus I |
NTDT200 |
Nutrition Concepts |
KAAP310 |
Human Anatomy & Physiology II |
PHSY201 |
Physics I |
STAT200 |
Basic Statistical Practice |
Multicultural course |
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University Breadth |
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Electives |
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PHYS202
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Physics II |
KAAP353 |
Pre-professional seminar
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KAAP305
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Sports Healthcare
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KAAP430
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Exercise Physiology |
KAAP426
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Biomechanics I |
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University Breadth
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Electives |
KAAP400 |
Research Methods
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KAAP428
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Motor Control & Learning |
PSYC325/334
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Child or Abnormal Psychology |
KAAP 320
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Principles of Strength and Conditioning |
KAAP434
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12 LEAD EKG Interpretation |
KAAP301
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Motor Development |
KAAP475 |
Clinical Exercise Physiology
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KAAP427
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Biomechanics II |
KAAP440 | Topics in Exercise Science |