Exercise Science Degree
The Exercise Science degree is designed to provide an exemplary educational environment and experiences leading to acquisition of skills, knowledge and attitudes within the domains for human movement and healthful living. Competence within each of these areas contributes to preparing our students for graduate education and leadership positions in health and allied health professions, public and private health agencies and the wellness and fitness industry.
Student Learning Outcomes
Exercise Majors will:
- Be trained to be effective professionals in future careers and educational endeavors.
- Demonstrate knowledge to assess human performance of diverse populations.
- Understand, conduct, and present research within the area of their field of study.
Competencies, Knowledge, or Skills to be Achieved
A student who completes this major will possess the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities to help:
- People improve their health and physical fitness.
- Athletes improve their training and performance.
- Patients recover from injury and disease through human movement rehabilitation.
Get to know one of our students
Spanish and Exercise Science Major, Regimental Staff
Get to know our Faculty
Department of Health and Human Performance Faculty and Staff
Get to know our Activities
For 12 consecutive years (2012-2023) The Citadel has been named the #1 Public College in the South offering up to a master’s degree (U.S. News & World Report). The Citadel was also named the #1 College for Veterans in the South.