Overview

Students in the Exercise Science - Pre-Physical Therapy program of the University at Buffalo will take a series of courses related to human anatomy and physiology; exercise assessment and programming, exercise physiology and nutrition. Class size varies in undergraduate courses with lab and recitation sections kept to a maximum of 25 students per section. Labs allow students to practice skills such as ECG interpretation, vital sign monitoring, health risk appraisal, fitness assessment, exercise testing and prescription, and exercise instruction. Students are encouraged to work with faculty on independent study projects. Students also complete practicums and internships to gain hands-on experience in exercise science and nutrition.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of all requirements, the student will be able to:

Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the basic principles and vocabulary of exercise science

Work with individuals across the lifespan in establishing and achieving health/fitness goals

Prescribe exercise programs to restore health and maintain optimal well-being

Pass a national certification exam (ACSM, NSCA)

Demonstrate professionalism and integrity

Continue their education or find employment using the BS ES degree

Careers

There is a robust job market for professionals with an exercise science background, particularly driven by increases in the aging population and the prevalence of obesity and lifestyle-related diseases. Professionals in the field work with healthy clients or athletes (non-clinical) and patients with chronic diseases or other medical conditions (clinical).

Alumni of Exercise Science are employed as cardiopulmonary rehabilitation specialists, exercise physiologists, health coaches, strength and conditioning coaches, medical doctors, chiropractors, physical therapists, and athletic trainers. Some of these professions require additional education beyond the 4-year bachelor's degree. You will find our alumni working in various settings, including sports performance facilities, fitness and wellness centers, educational institutions, and healthcare organizations.

Approximately 20% of our graduates find employment using the BS degree and 80% go on to graduate programs in exercise physiology, physical therapy, athletic training, medicine, or public health.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theory of Athletic Injury

Practical Applications in Exercise Science

Lifespan Physiology

Physical Activity for Special Cases

Neuroscience

Neuroanatomy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

126 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Buffalo, United States

Disciplines

Physiotherapy Sport and Exercise Science Kinesiology View 1082 other Bachelors in Sport and Exercise Science in United States

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General requirements

Admission to UB’s freshman class is selective and is based in part on the quality of your secondary school academic record and the number of spaces available in the class

You should feel confident applying to UB if you have an above-average academic record and have taken challenging courses in high school to help prepare you to be successful at university

UB uses a 4.0 grading scale and we expect students applying here to have the equivalent of a 3.0 on that scale. That is the same as a grade of B or 83 on a 100-point scale

English language requirements

Personal Essay

You must submit one (1) teacher recommendation

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

28500 USD / year

≈ 28500 USD / year
Out-of-State

28500 USD / year

≈ 28500 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

7070 USD / year

≈ 7070 USD / year

Living costs

Buffalo

United States

920 - 1560 USD / month

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