BS in Sport and Exercise Science

Explore a STEM-designated program centered on anatomy, physiology, and human movement. In this degree program, you will study how exercise improves health and performance, then put it into practice through hands-on labs and real-world experiences. Build the skills to pursue exercise science certifications while shaping your path with electives. This track does not lead to teacher certification.

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What You Will Study

Exercise Physiology
Kinesiology
Motor Development
Mental Performance
Exercise Testing and Programming
Sport Performance
Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries
Research

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Courses

Students are required to complete a minimum of 120 credits of which at least 45 credits must be upper division (3000/4000 level). For a list of specific courses required for this program, please visit the course catalog.

Financials

Our tuition ranks among the lowest in the nation. In fact, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine consistently ranks FIU among the top “100 Best Values in Public Colleges”—and U.S. News & World Report also recognizes FIU as a “best buy” in higher education, ranking our students among the least indebted college students in the nation.

Applied Experiences

All students in the BS in Sports and Fitness program complete a capstone internship in their final semester, offering a wide range of experiences across the field. Students must finish all required coursework before starting their internship and attend one mandatory meeting to learn about site placements. Internship opportunities include,

Strength and conditioning
Sport performance and exercise science
Physical education and youth sports

Athletic training
Physical therapy
Occupational therapy and more

Contact the Internship Director, Shannon Lugo, via email to learn more about Sports and Fitness internship opportunities.

Ready to Apply?

Turn your passion for sport and wellness into a meaningful career. The BS in Sport and Exercise equips you to enhance performance, advance health and make a lasting impact.

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More Information

Admissions
- Freshman Applicant criteria - for students entering FIU as a freshman or transfer student with fewer than 60 credits
- Transfer Applicant criteria - for transfer students entering FIU with 60 or more transfer credits
Advising
The advising team is available online and on both MMC and BBC campuses. Meet with your advisor to get more information on your program. Visit CASE Advising
Pre-Health Advising supports students applying to pre-health professional programs. This includes reviewing course requirements, preparing for admission tests, and the application process for professional programs. Visit Pre-Health Advising
Program Information Resources
Clinical Experiences
For more information on Field Experiences, Student Teaching, Teacher Residency, and Counseling Practicums and Internships, visit the Office of Clinical Experiences.

Contact the Department of Teaching and Learning

Modesto A. Maidique Campus
11200 SW 8th Street, ZEB 268
Miami, FL 33199
Tel: 305-348-2003

tchlrn@fiu.edu