Exercise Science Program
Healthy movement is the goal.
The Exercise Science program teaches the science behind the responses and adaptations to exercise.It includes components of nutrition, health and fitness, and cardiovascular wellness. You will learn how the body adapts to exercise, how to tailor programs to individual patients needs, and how to use learned skills as medicine for your patients and customers.
Why Exercise Science at UTPB?
Interactive Training
Our students gain interactive training with advanced technology
Experienced Faculty
Our faculty have real-world experience
Career Opportunity
Our degree prepares you for many career pathways
Why study exercise science?
Exercise Science is focused on how the human body moves, develops, and heals. You'll learn the skills necessary to work in clinical rehabilitation, sports science, and nutrition. Popular career fields include sports medicine, physical and occupational therapy, and other health professionals.
What are my job prospects?
Exercise Scientists are able to work in many areas including:
- Wellness Programs
- Clinical Rehabilitation
- Conditioning Coaching
- Cardiac Rehabilitation
- Exercise Testing and Specialization
- Performance Enhancement Testing
- Personal Training Sports Coaching
What industry-specific skills will I learn?
Gain understanding of sports performance and the factors that affect behavior during movement. A degree from UT Permian Basin is a perfect academic combination of anatomy, physiology, and modern technology.
Acquire knowledge for coaching, problem solving, communication and client relations alongside opportunity for hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities.
