Exercise and Health Sciences

UMass Boston

The Department of Exercise and Health Sciences offers one undergraduate degree: a Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Health Sciences. The curriculum includes a solid foundation based on the principles of exercise physiology and physical activity promotion while offering the flexibility for students to pursue prerequisite courses for graduate programs in many health professions including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Public Health, Medicine, Chiropractic Medicine, Nursing, Sports Medicine, and Healthcare Administration.
CIP Code: 31.0501

Undergraduate Bachelors On-Campus / In-Person

Possible Career Paths

Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | Athletes and Sports Competitors | Coaches and Scouts | Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors

UMass Boston

The University of Massachusetts Boston is a nationally-ranked public research university known for its inclusive culture, student-centered teaching and deep connections to the booming economy and rich civic life of Boston. Nationally recognized as a model of excellence for urban public research universities, UMass Boston is the most diverse research university in the Northeast.