Nov 17, 2024  
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2024-2025 Catalog 
    
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2024-2025 Catalog

Exercise and Sport Science, Fitness Specialist Track, B.S.


Return to {$returnto_text} Return to: College of Health Sciences

Designed for students interested in helping others reach health and fitness goals, this program will provide the knowledge and skill set needed to work in a variety of fitness settings.  The curriculum includes a combination of classroom and laboratory courses and culminates with a semester-long internship. Graduates will be prepared to assess fitness needs, design and implement fitness programs, and pursue a variety of fitness certifications. 

Freshman Seminar: 1 Sem. Hr.


General Education: 44 Sem. Hrs.


See General Education Program  for available options in each category.

Required General Education Courses: 6 Sem. Hrs.


The following courses must be selected in the General Education courses. 

Required Social Science for General Education: 3 Sem. Hrs.


Choose one of the following three courses to count as one of the three required Social Science courses for General Education:

Kinesiology Core: 18 Sem. Hrs.


All students in one of the tracks for the B.S. Exercise and Sport Science degree must take the following core courses:

University-wide Electives: 13 Sem. Hrs.


Use these credits to take any additional specific pre-requisite courses for graduate programs or professional school of your choice.  See the specific requirements for each school/program you are considering.  

Total: 120 Sem. Hrs.


Return to {$returnto_text} Return to: College of Health Sciences