Exercise Science Major

With a solid foundation in health, science, nutrition, and psychology, Judson’s Exercise Science major will give you the edge you'll need to compete for employment opportunities in community and public wellness programs or pursue graduate training. Common career paths include personal training, coaching, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and fitness leadership. 

Program Goals

Students majoring in Exercise Science will:

• Develop, both personally and professionally, into well-educated, ethical, competent health professionals
• Understand and be prepared to deal effectively with critical issues in a changing global environment
• Be able to connect key concepts related to the historical and psychological foundations of health
• Demonstrate competency in the system aspects of health promotion and performance including but not limited to theories, cultural influences, the importance of collaborative relationships with stakeholders, and the importance of wellness across the lifespan
• Demonstrate competency in the methodological aspects of health promotion and performance including but not limited to person-centered communication, identifying resources, and using evidence-based information to promote active participation in activities that promote health
• Demonstrate competency in the professional aspects of health promotion and performance including but not limited to legal and ethical practices and personal growth
• Demonstrate competency in the project management aspects of health promotion and performance including but not limited to program design, marketing, and evaluation, use of media and technology to communicate with stakeholders, and proactive logistical practices
• Demonstrate competency in the contextual aspects of health promotion and performance including but not limited to self-awareness practices of identifying strengths and weaknesses, anticipating potential barriers, and adapting strategies to navigate a healthy lifestyle
• Engage in experiential learning designed to promote relevant career experience
• Synthesize and apply knowledge gained through their curricular coursework with a capstone experience
• Reflect on the Christian faith’s implications as applied to life, work, and learning

Important Notes

• 40% of major requirements must be completed at Judson.
• 40% of major requirements must be upper division.
• Students must choose either a BA with a concentration in Health Promotion/Performance or a BS with a concentration in Kinesiology.

Gen Eds Required by Major

• ESS395 ESS Practicum (1 c.h.) (fulfills GEN301 Requirement)

Major Requirements

Health Promotion/Performance Concentration

Kinesiology Concentration

Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science (Four-Year Plan)

Academic planning is the student's responsibility. This Graduation Plan is designed to be a guide to assist students as they plan their course selections. This is only a suggested schedule, and is not a substitute for a student's Advising Worksheet, nor the Program Requirements in the Judson University Catalog. Actual course selections should be made with the advice and approval of an academic advisor. Students should become familiar with the catalog in effect at the time at which they entered the institution. Course requirements and sequencing may vary with AP courses, transfer courses, English/math placement, or other conditions.

A full-time course load for undergraduate students is 12-18 credits per semester. Illinois residents receiving state aid should register for 15 hours per semester.

In addition to the courses below, chapel is required for all traditional full-time students (i.e., those taking 12 or more credit hours), both residents and commuters. This course counts as 1 credit towards a student's full-time status within the term, but does not earn credits towards graduation.

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First-time students (those entering college directly from high school) should take GEN101; transfer students should take ESS101

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science (Four-Year Plan)

Academic planning is the student's responsibility. This Graduation Plan is designed to be a guide to assist students as they plan their course selections. This is only a suggested schedule, and is not a substitute for a student's Advising Worksheet, nor the Program Requirements in the Judson University Catalog. Actual course selections should be made with the advice and approval of an academic advisor. Students should become familiar with the catalog in effect at the time at which they entered the institution. Course requirements and sequencing may vary with AP courses, transfer courses, English/math placement, or other conditions.

A full-time course load for undergraduate students is 12-18 credits per semester. Illinois residents receiving state aid should register for 15 hours per semester.

In addition to the courses below, chapel is required for all traditional full-time students (i.e., those taking 12 or more credit hours), both residents and commuters. This course counts as 1 credit towards a student's full-time status within the term, but does not earn credits towards graduation.

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First-time students (those entering college directly from high school) should take GEN101; transfer students should take ESS101