Exercise Physiology explores the relationship between human movement, physical function, and disease. It includes two main areas: fitness physiology, which studies how exercise affects physical fitness and performance, and health physiology, which looks at how physical activity impacts health and disease states. This course provides an in-depth understanding of how the body responds and adapts to exercise, aiming to improve performance and health outcomes.
Why this course is highly recommended
This course offers practical and research opportunities, such as hands-on testing like VO2 max and blood lactate analysis, ideal for students interested in sports performance, health, and research. The curriculum prepares students for a variety of health-related and athletic careers, making it a versatile choice for those passionate about physical activity and health sciences.
The program emphasizes applied physiology, sports medicine, pre-physical therapy, and pre-physician assistant areas. Students can tailor their studies to their interests, especially if they are looking into careers in athletic training, college coaching, health promotion, physical therapy, or continuing with advanced studies like a master's or PhD.
Application fees
13.21L
1st year tuition fees
13.21L
Living cost
Candidates should have an appropriate bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, meet the graduate program admission standards of the College of Health Sciences and Human Services, complete the GRE general test, and have at least 24 hours of undergraduate coursework in Exercise Physiology or a related field.

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Graduates can pursue careers in college coaching, strength and conditioning, athletic training, work-site health promotion, allied health fields, physical therapy, or as physician assistants. Continuing academic work toward a master's or PhD is also supported.