Exercise Science
Our exercise faculty members are nationally recognized in areas including biomechanics, exercise physiology, and exercise psychology.
Students get hands-on experience through small class labs and internships, or they may join department research projects on topics including weight loss, disability, and measuring physical activity with tracking devices. Our graduates go on to become fitness specialists, personal trainers, sports performance professionals, and other professionals in the allied health medical fields.
Degree Programs
Double Dawgs
Combined Bachelor's and Master's Degrees
- BSEd in Exercise and Sport Science / MS in Food and Nutrition (Nutrition for Sport and Exercise - Non-Thesis)
Delve into the science of physical activity, exercise, and sport and combine that study with in-depth knowledge of nutrition for sport and exercise.
Bachelor of Science in Education (BSEd)
- BSEd in Exercise and Sport Science
Delve into the science of physical activity, exercise, and sport to prepare for careers in physical therapy, occupational therapy, sports medicine, and more.
Minors
- Exercise and Sport Science Minor
A minor in ESS is for students who would like to compliment an existing major with knowledge regarding exercise and physical activity for health and sport performance.
Master of Science (MS)
- MS in Kinesiology (Biomechanics)
Earn your M.S. in Kinesiology with a focus on biomechanics, learning how mechanical principles affect human movement.
- MS in Kinesiology (Exercise Physiology)
Earn your M.S. in Kinesiology with a focus on exercise physiology. Through coursework and research, explore how exercise affects the body and health.
- MS in Kinesiology (Exercise Psychology)
Earn your M.S. in Kinesiology with a focus on exercise psychology. Through coursework and research, explore how people respond and adapt to exercise.
- MS in Kinesiology (Strength, Conditioning, and Fitness)
Earn a M.S. kinesiology with a focus on strength, conditioning, and fitness, culminating in certification by one of three national organizations.
- MS in Kinesiology (Motor Control and Learning)
The M.S. in Kinesiology motor control and learning emphasis focuses on developmental aspects of movement and function across the lifespan.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- PhD in Kinesiology (Biomechanics)
- PhD in Kinesiology (Exercise Physiology)
Earn your kinesiology Ph.D. specializing in exercise physiology. Through in-depth study and research, explore how exercise affects the body and health.
- PhD in Kinesiology (Exercise Psychology)
Earn a Ph.D. in Kinesiology specializing in exercise psychology. Through in-depth study and research, explore how exercise affects the body and health.
- PhD in Kinesiology (Motor Control and Learning)
The University of Georgia's Ph.D. in Kinesiology motor control and learning specialization focuses on developmental aspects of movement and function across the lifespan.
Upcoming Dates
Curriculum
Faculty for core classes are nationally recognized experts in the field. Students in this major have an interest in human movement to enhance health and fitness or for sports performance. The coursework, in addition to research labs and practicum experiences, allows students to pursue national certifications, professional and graduate programs, and jobs in the profession.Student Organizations
Rho Tau
Rho Tau is a pre-physical therapy club open to any student interested in pursuing a career in physical therapy. The club hosts both representatives from physical therapy programs and physical therapists to guest lecture.