COURSE CURRICULUM

This Exercise Science major at University of New Hampshire is a professionally focused program of about 84 credits that prepares students for careers in health, fitness, rehabilitation, and clinical exercise settings while also building a strong foundation for advanced health-related degrees. The curriculum begins with core science courses such as Human Anatomy and Physiology (BMS 507 & 508) and General Chemistry, ensuring students understand how the human body functions at both structural and biochemical levels, then progresses into specialized subjects like exercise physiology, clinical kinesiology, biomechanics, and exercise metabolism, which explain how the body responds and adapts to physical activity. Students also develop practical clinical skills through courses such as electrocardiography, exercise testing, and laboratory techniques, along with learning how to design safe and effective exercise programs for both healthy individuals and special populations, including those with medical conditions. The program integrates psychology and statistics to help students analyze data and understand human behavior in health contexts, while nutrition coursework adds knowledge about diet and wellness. A key strength is its strong experiential component, including internships and a cardiac rehabilitation practicum, where students gain real-world experience in clinical or fitness environments. The capstone sequence, including courses like exercise prescription and internship training, ensures students can apply their knowledge in practical settings before graduation. Overall, this program combines scientific theory, clinical application, and hands-on training, preparing graduates for careers in fitness training, rehabilitation, sports performance, and wellness programs, or for further study in fields like medicine, physiotherapy, or public health.