The exercise science program prepares students through the study
of human movement to pursue careers in health and fitness, personal training,
strength and conditioning, cardiac rehabilitation and professional graduate
programs.This bachelor's degree program provides students the ability to focus
their degree. Affords students the opportunity to pursue a variety of
employment opportunities in health and fitness, corporate wellness, research,
clinical and strength and conditioning industries. Exercise Science also
prepares students for graduate school in exercise physiology, athletic
training, physical therapy, occupational therapy as well as medical school,
chiropractic school, physician's assistant, and many other opportunities.
Our Faculty are
innovative and experienced, infuse experiential learning, simulation and
multimedia technology to enhance the classroom experience, are active in
current research, national organizations and local community agencies, and encourage
students to be critical thinkers and problem solvers. Real World Experience The
bachelor's degree program requires all students to complete a practicum
(internship) of at least 90 hours prior to graduation. Service learning and
volunteer opportunities to be involved and give back to the community are built
into coursework to prepare students for employment Collaboration with
professionals in the field. Interpersonal collaboration with multiple
disciplines. The exercise science major is designed to prepare students for
employment in commercial, corporate, clinical, community and government
agencies with interest in the areas of physical activity and health promotion.
The program prepares students to sit for certification examinations such as
American College of Sports Medicine Exercise Physiologist Certified .
Career Path
Graduate career path includes Community Resilience Officer, Physical
Therapist (requires DPT) Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist, Occupational
Therapist (requires MOT/OTD), Physician Assistant (PA) (requires PA program), Chiropractor
(requires DC degree), Kinesiotherapist, Orthopedic Technician. Athletic Trainer
(requires certification/licensure), Strength and Conditioning Coach (NSCA-CSCS
preferred),Biomechanics Research Assistant, Sports Scientist, Performance
Enhancement Specialist Rehabilitation Aide or Tech, Exercise Science Research
Assistant, Health Promotion Specialist, Wellness Program Coordinator. Public
Health Educator. Ergonomics Specialist, Clinical Trials Coordinator.
1. WASSCE/A level Certificate
2. School Transcript
3. Passport
4. Recommendation Letter
The University of Akron will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit
1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.
