Minor in Exercise Science
About the Minor
The minor in Exercise Science from the Health Sciences Department helps prepare students for graduate studies in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, and other health-related professions. In addition, the minor provides undergraduates with the foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities for professional certifications offered by the American College of Sports Medicine, National Strength and Conditioning Association, and other agencies. These certifications are often required of graduates seeking employment in the fitness industry.
This is an undergraduate minor available to Drexel students in good standing.
Program Requirements
| Foundational Courses | ||
| HSCI 103 | Anatomy and Physiology III * | 5.0 |
| or BIO 201 & BIO 202 | Human Physiology I and Human Physiology Laboratory | |
| Core Courses | ||
| HSCI 325 | Exercise Physiology | 4.0 |
| HSCI 380 | Strength and Conditioning | 4.0 |
| HSCI 381 | Exercise for Clinical Populations | 4.0 |
| HSCI 425 | Exercise Testing and Prescription | 4.0 |
| Electives | ||
| Select from the following | 3.0 | |
| Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology | ||
| Psychology of Physical Activity | ||
| Musculoskeletal Pathophysiology | ||
| Senior Research Project | ||
| Special Topics in Health Sciences | ||
| Nutrition, Foods, and Health | ||
| Introduction to Nutrition & Food | ||
| Nutrition & Exercise Physiology | ||
| Total Credits | 24.0 | |
