Health & Exercise Science, BA/BS
For students passionate about health and wellness, an HEX degree provides optimal preparation for an exciting and inspiring career in education, fitness, and sports arenas.
Health & Exercise Science – Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science
Health & Exercise Science, BA/BS
Offered as a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Major
HEX delivers a student-centered program that emphasizes mentorship and collaboration with faculty and peers while gaining skills through classroom and fieldwork. The curriculum is optimized for careers in teaching, fitness, coaching, sport psychology, health promotion, and physical therapy. Students expand their understanding of the body, psyche, skill acquisition, fitness, and the art and science of guiding others in health-related quests.
Students will have a variety of field settings available for practical work, including public schools, training rooms, fitness clubs, medical settings, and camps. Graduates will enter the workforce highly prepared for a diverse and challenging professional field.
Degree Fit
Program Preparation
An HEX degree provides students with optimal preparation for a multitude of careers in health and fitness.
Degree Roadmap
The program begins with introductory coursework that cements understanding of the myriad aspects of health and wellness. Soon thereafter, students begin sophisticated coursework that incorporates state-of-the-art concepts. Upper level coursework involves two separate fieldwork requirements, and summits with the Capstone.
Capstone
The capstone combines the near-graduate’s expertise and final field experience into a body of work shared with peers and faculty. Capstone presentations tend to be moving, stimulating, and inspiring.
Guided Pathways
Contact: Joel Perkins – 541.552.6866 – perkinsj@sou.sou
Career Opportunities
Career Outlook
Athletic Trainers – Exercise Physiologists – Physical Therapists
Associate Degree Paths
Health & Physical Education/Recreation, RCC – Health & Wellness, KCC – Physical Education
Similar Majors
Similar Minors & Certificates
Sport & Recreation Management, Certificate – Health Promotion Minor – Minor in Health & Physical Education Teacher Education
Similar Micro-Credentials
Sample Graduate Degrees
Doctor of Physical Therapy, GFU – Athletic Training, MS, EWU
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Contact Health & Exercise Science
SOU Health & Exercise Science
1250 Siskiyou Blvd.
Ashland, OR 97520
541.552.6526
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