6 Fitness BSc Degree Programs

If you’re an aspiring or practising leader of sport or fitness activities, this BSc (Honours) in Sport, Fitness and Coaching degree will develop your skills and understanding of sports science, training, coaching and leadership. It will enhance your awareness of your role, increase your effectiveness at work and develop your communication and analytical skills – further boosting your career prospects.

Students will be introduced to basic principles that assist and motivate them to reach their optimal fitness and wellness potential while leading others to an overall healthy lifestyle.

Preparing you to work in any fitness and health-related career. As a human performance and fitness major, you’ll be part of a growing program that will help you build a strong science foundation through courses such as anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, and exercise physiology.

Fitness, Recreation & Sports Management is the most flexible degree in the School of Kinesiology, Health & Recreation. It allows for 22 credit hours of electives and is the only degree in the School that requires a minor.

Successful fitness/wellness professionals practice good listening skills, understand strategies for behavior change, are physically fit, have excellent speaking skills, work well with people of all ages and stages of life, and apply knowledge of exercise science and biomechanics to design programs for clients with a variety of needs and abilities.

Impact future generations by maximizing health and wellness in diverse communities through integrative approaches in fitness and lifestyle, community health education, public health, and administration.Professional development coursework builds career skills and prepares students for hands-on experiences such as a career field experience, and local or international health-related community projects.Curriculum combines skill-based health studies with a strong background in the psychological, sociological, behavioral, and business aspects of health careCoursework helps prepare students for certifications such as the Certified Health Education Specialist through the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.