Overview
The Exercise Science major provides students with the scientific knowledge of the underlying principles related to human movement for health, physical fitness and physical performance through instruction and practical experience. Students receive instruction in the areas of exercise physiology, biomechanics and exercise psychology. Additional experience is gained through an internship placement in a fitness or clinical setting. Upon graduation, students are prepared for employment in areas such as hospitals and clinics for cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, strength and conditioning programs, health clubs, fitness centers, personal training and corporate fitness, The program also prepares students who desire to pursue a graduate degree in the exercise sciences.
Degree: Bachelor of Science
Completion time: 120 Credit Hours
Internships:
https://www.eiu.edu/ksr/Undergraduate_Internships.php
Accreditation: NSCA - Certificate of Recognition - Personal Training Program
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First-Year Students
Dear EIU Freshman,
Thank you for your interest in the Exercise Science Major at Eastern Illinois University.
The program provides students with the scientific knowledge of the underlying principles related to human movement for health, physical fitness and physical performance.
Students receive instruction in the areas of exercise physiology, biomechanics and exercise psychology.
Additional experience is gained through an internship placement in a fitness or clinical setting.
Upon graduation, students are prepared for employment in areas such as health clubs, fitness centers, personal training, corporate fitness, and cardiac rehabilitation.
Please contact us at any time to assist with questions about the program.
Sincerely,
Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation
Eastern Illinois University
Transfer Students
Hello EIU Transfer Student,
Thank you for your considering the Exercise Science Major at Eastern Illinois University.
The program provides students with the scientific knowledge of the underlying principles related to human movement for health, physical fitness and physical performance.
Students receive instruction in the areas of exercise physiology, biomechanics and exercise psychology.
Additional experience is gained through an internship placement in a fitness or clinical setting.
Upon graduation, students are prepared for employment in areas such as health clubs, fitness centers, personal training, corporate fitness, and cardiac rehabilitation.
Please contact us at any time to assist with questions about the program.
Sincerely,
Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation
Eastern Illinois University
Dear EIU Freshman,
Thank you for your interest in the Exercise Science Major at Eastern Illinois University.
The program provides students with the scientific knowledge of the underlying principles related to human movement for health, physical fitness and physical performance.
Students receive instruction in the areas of exercise physiology, biomechanics and exercise psychology.
Additional experience is gained through an internship placement in a fitness or clinical setting.
Upon graduation, students are prepared for employment in areas such as health clubs, fitness centers, personal training, corporate fitness, and cardiac rehabilitation.
Please contact us at any time to assist with questions about the program.
Sincerely,
Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation
Eastern Illinois University
