Exercise Science

Factsheet (pdf)

For complete program information, please refer to the Brooklyn College Undergraduate Exercise Science handbook (pdf).

The Department of Health and Nutrition Sciences (HNSC) offers two Exercise Science tracks for undergraduate students. The programs are designed to prepare students for different careers and higher educational paths. Students may choose to major in one of the following tracks/concentrations:

B.S. with a Fitness Professional concentration
B.S. with a Pre-Health Professions concentration

Before the major is officially approved, all students are required to attend an orientation program for Exercise Science students. During the regular academic year, there are 2-3 orientation meetings per semester. Check with the HNSC office (4123 Ingersoll) about the dates or contact the Deputy for Undergraduate Exercise Science, Professor Raymond Leung.

All students in the Exercise Science program are assigned a faculty advisor. Advisors assist with course selection, internships, career opportunities, and academic problems within HNSC. Students should plan to contact and see their faculty advisor before registering for classes each semester. A list of assigned faculty exercise science advisors is posted outside the HNSC department office, 4123 Ingersoll. If the advisor is not available or there are concerns regarding advisement, students may meet with the Undergraduate Deputy.

You are expected to review carefully the “Academic Regulations and Procedures” that are included in the Brooklyn College Bulletin. Bulletins are updated every academic year and you should be familiar with the most recent requirements.

Note: KINS 3281, Human Anatomy and Physiology 1, is a prerequisite for most of our courses. Take this course as soon as you can. Do not register for any course without completing the pre-requisites.

In addition to the HNSC major requirements, students must complete the Brooklyn College general education requirements as specified in the Brooklyn College course catalogue.

For a brief description of HNSC courses, students are referred to the Brooklyn College Undergraduate Bulletin.

Major in Health and Nutrition Sciences: BS/Fitness Professional concentration

The Fitness Professional Track provides a strong background in exercise testing and exercise training. As such, graduates should be well prepared to enter the fields of fitness and wellness and will also have completed most of the prerequisite courses for various Health Related Professions.

Some courses are not offered every semester, so students need to review periodically the schedule of classes posted by the HNSC department office (4123 Ingersoll Hall) or posted online on CUNYFirst.

Major in Health and Nutrition Sciences: BS/Pre-Health Professions concentration

The Pre-Health Professions Track is designed for students who intend to enroll in programs to become Health Related Professionals such as Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Physicians Assistants. Although designed to provide the requirements for applying to such programs, the admissions requirements for programs vary and additional classes may be required depending on the chosen career path and institution. Students should consult with the College Health Professions Advisor as well as with advisors from the schools where they intend to apply to ascertain if additional coursework is needed.

Some courses are not offered every semester, so students need to review periodically the schedule of classes posted by the HNSC department office (4123 Ingersoll Hall) or posted online on CUNYFirst.

Students who are considering health professions schools after Brooklyn College (e.g., nursing, physician assistant, physical therapy, occupational therapy) are strongly encouraged to meet with the Health Professions Advisor, Dr. Steven Silbering or his staff, located in 2231 Boylan, phone 718-951-4706. Please refer to the Pre-Health Professions handbook (pdf) for additional information.

Minor in Exercise Science

The minor in Exercise Science prepares students to work with people in a variety of areas related to physical fitness, wellness and human performance. Students prepare by taking core science courses in kinesiology that relate to anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and psychology.

A minimum of 21 credits is needed to minor in Exercise Science. The minor requires KINS 3281 and KINS 3285 (9 credits) and four additional courses (12 credits) [as below].

All of the following courses are required: