B.A. Degree with a Major in Physical Education: Exercise Science and Sports Medicine

Requirements for the Major

A major in Physical Education: Exercise Science and Sports Medicine is achieved by completion of the following requirements, in addition to the General Education and electives required for a degree:

Required Core Courses

PED 131, 280, 343, 353, 364, 444, and 492 (1/2 credit)

Required Distribution Courses

One (1) course chosen from PED 245, 250, 251; and either one (1) additional full-credit activity course (PED 246 or 247) or four (4) PED 200-level activity courses (1/4 credit each)

Required Collateral Courses

BIO 101 and 102; CFS 221; and HLT 109

Recommended collateral courses for Exercise Science Concentration (Physiological Careers)

CHM 113 or 131; and CHM 221

Recommended collateral courses for Exercise Science Concentration (Biomechanical Careers)

MAT 135 completed or waived.

MAT 115 and 125 are prerequisites to MAT 135/220 and must be completed or waived, as well.

Recommended collateral courses for Sports Medicine Concentration

PED 260 and 360

Exploring the Major

Students interested in Biomechanical careers should complete or waive the MAT 115, 125, and 135/220 sequence within the first two years. Students interested in Physiological careers and who plan to take Physics courses as electives should be aware that MAT 115 (or waiver) is a prerequisite for PHY 217.

Admission to the Major

An interview with members of the faculty of the Department and departmental recommendation are required for admission to the Physical Education major.

Course Sequencing Considerations (in order to complete degree requirements within eight terms)

A student with an interest in Physical Education as a major is advised to register as early as the first term for PED 131, BIO 101, and PEH 100. These courses form the basis for all other courses in the major. Physical Education major courses are taught in alternating years, so it is important to begin the sequence as early as possible. PED 492 (1/2 credit) may be taken in junior or senior year.

Proficiency Requirements for Retention in and Completion of the Major

A grade of C (2.0 GPA) or higher in each required Physical Education major course and in each prerequisite and collateral course is required for continuation in the major. Students not receiving a grade of C or higher may repeat that particular course to raise the grade while remaining in the major program.

Other Considerations or Recommendations

Students majoring in Physical Education are expected to hold a Labor position for at least one term within the Physical Education Department, Seabury Center, or Intramurals.

(Also see Health and Health Teaching minors)

Physical Education and Health

Programs

• Physical Education Program
• Dance Program
• Health Program

Courses

• Health Courses
• PEH Courses
• PED Courses
• PED Activity Courses
• All Physical Education and Health Courses