Title: Health and Exercise Science
Headings: Health and Exercise Science
Health and Exercise Science
What is Health and Exercise Science?
So, what's my major?
Do my interests fit?
How can OU Health and Exercise Science help me?
How can I get involved?
What courses will I take?
Wait, I can have a minor?
How can I study abroad?
What kind of career could I pursue?
How much will I make?
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Content: So, what's my major? A health and exercise science student graduates with a Bachelor of Science in health and exercise science degree. A minor in health and exercise science also exists for students pursuing degrees in other areas. If majors wish to continue their education, they can pursue Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy degrees in exercise physiology or health promotion. Do my interests fit? Health and exercise science students typically have interests in: Biological science
Health
Health behavior
Fitness
Sports
Other health fields
How can OU Health and Exercise Science help me? Health and exercise science is a truly versatile degree that can provide a strong academic background and provide students with an abundance of opportunities to gain critical knowledge and experiences to prepare them for future careers or continued education in graduate programs like exercise physiology, health promotion, and public health and/or professional healthcare programs. The majority of students earning a Bachelor of Science in health and exercise science are poised to be successful in gaining admission to professional and allied health programs such as medicine, physician assistant, physical and occupational therapy, dietetics, dentistry, and nursing. Additionally, students are competitive for admission to graduation programs in the areas of exercise physiology, health promotion, and public health, as well as securing employment in strength and conditioning, health and wellness education, fitness and recreation, and medical/pharmaceutical sales.