Natural Science Division

Sports Medicine

The course offerings in sports medicine are designed to:

• Provide students with a broad knowledge of the exercise sciences and a foundation for understanding the role of science in exercise and health promotion.
• Prepare students for graduate study and research in the exercise sciences of exercise physiology, motor control/learning, biomechanics, and sportspsychology.
• Prepare students for entry into professional schools associated with medicine, physical therapy, chiropractic medicine, and dentistry.
• Provide students the opportunity to perform and publish original research and to gain knowledge through internship experiences.
• Provide a sound knowledge base for students preparing to work in health promotion and fitness-related professions.