Exercise Science

You have a heart for movement and enjoy an active lifestyle. Your awareness of the body's design helps you train more effectively, and you enjoy sharing that knowledge with others. As an exercise science major at Northwestern, you'll explore physical wellness through the lenses of science and faith. You'll learn how the human body functions and gain an appreciation for the body as a temple of the Holy Spirit.

MAJOR REQUIREMENTS

Why NWC?

Exercise science has a wide variety of career choices, including physical therapy, fitness instruction and athletic training. Our science-based curriculum will prepare you for whichever path you choose, providing hands-on learning experiences in research, training and patient care. You'll have opportunities to join professors in their research, create and implement training programs, and utilize our state-of-the-art human performance lab.

Major course topics include anatomical kinesiology, prevention and care of athletic injuries, sports nutrition, and motor learning. Related study opportunities include a health minor; career concentrations in fitness management and sport management; and education endorsements in coaching and secondary education.

CONTACT

Dr. Ross BoumaDepartment Chair

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100% GRAD PLACEMENT 100% of our recent exercise science grads found a job or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation.

PERFECT SCORES NWC strength + conditioning students consistently have 100% pass rates on the CSCS test.

REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE Intern with a local health professional or develop training programs for Raider athletic teams.

Outcomes

If you are passionate about movement and pursuing physical wellness, an exercise science degree can open doors to careers in health care, athletic training, education, fitness instruction and more. Whether you pursue graduate school, train athletes, or open your own gym, Northwestern’s exercise science professors will equip you with the skills and expertise to provide patients and clients with excellent care.

Join our standout alumni at:

Laurus Athletic Rehab + Performance

Roseville, MN

University of Iowa (DPT program)

Iowa City, IA

University of Memphis

Memphis, TN

University of Montana (DPT program)

Missoula, MT

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STUDENTS

**Emily** The kinesiology department’s strong grad placement rates convinced Emily that NWC would prepare her for PT school.

ALUMNI

**Andrew** Deeply impressed by the positive experiences of his older sister at Northwestern—especially her academic success and the many lasting friendships she made—Andrew decided to follow in her footsteps.

FACULTY

**Emanuel** A biomechanical movement researcher, Dr. Singh sees his scientific studies as attempts to unravel the mysteries behind God's great design.

Experience

Department mission

Compass Center for Career & Calling

Internships

Facilities

Sports + fitness

Off-campus study

Bachelor's + beyond

Northwestern's kinesiology department prepares students to follow Christ and pursue God's redeeming work in the world through vocational callings in health, fitness, exercise and sport by promoting discipline-specific knowledge, skills and perspectives within a Christ-centered and biblically based worldview.