Exercise Science BS - Pre-Health Professions Concentration/Nutrition MS

Admission Criteria

• Must be a current Exercise Science major in the Pre-Health Professions Concentration
• Minimum GPA of 2.800 in the last 60 credit hours of undergraduate work
• Minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 3.000 at the beginning of the fall semester of your fourth year

Current UB students wishing to pursue the combined Exercise Sciences BS - Pre-Health Professions Concentration / Nutrition MS must apply to the Nutrition program during year three. Visit the Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences admissions page for more information.

Course Requirements

Exercise Science Core (24 credits)

• ES 200LEC - Introduction to Exercise Science Credits: 3
• ES 207LLB - Human Form & Function I Credits: 4
• NTR 108LEC - Human Nutrition Credits: 3
• PHY 101LR - College Physics Credits: 4
• PSY 101LEC - Introductory Psychology Credits: 3
• PUB 101LEC - Introduction to Public Health Credits: 3
• STA 119LEC - Statistical Methods Lecture Credits: 3
• STA 119REC - Statistical Methods Credits: 1

Pre-Health Professions Concentration (56-57 Credits)

• CHE 101LR - General Chemistry Credits: 4
• CHE 113LAB - General Chemistry Credits: 1
• CHE 102LR - General Chemistry Credits: 4
• CHE 114LAB - General Chemistry Credits: 1
• CHE 204LR - Organic Chemistry Credits: 4
• CHE 203LR - Organic Chemistry Credits: 4
• ES 442LEC - Career Readiness in Exercise Science Credits: 1
• ES 342LEC - Neuroscience I Credits: 3
• ES 344LEC - Neuroanatomy I Credits: 1
• ES 380LEC - Exercise Physiology Credits: 3
• ES 381LBR - Exercise Physiology Laboratory Credits: 2
• ES 410LLR - Exercise Assessment and Prescription Credits: 3
• ES 310LEC - Practical Applications in Exercise Science Credits: 2

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• PAS 407LLB - Gross Human Anatomy Credits: 6 OR
• APY 346LAB - Dissections in Comparative Primate Anatomy Credits: 2 AND
• APY 345LEC - Comparative Primate Anatomy Credits: 3

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• SOC 322LEC - Medical Sociology Credits: 3

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• BIO 305LEC - Fundamentals of Biological Chemistry Credits: 3 OR
• BCH 403LEC - Biochemical Principles Credits: 4 OR
• MT 401LR - Clinical Biochemistry Credits: 4

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• MTH 121LR - Survey of Calculus and Its Applications I Credits: 4 OR
• MTH 131LR - Mathematical Analysis for Management Credits: 4 OR
• MTH 141LR - College Calculus I Credits: 4

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• PGY 300LEC - Human Physiology Credits: 4
• PHY 151LAB - College Physics I Lab Credits: 1
• PHY 152LAB - College Physics II Lab Credits: 1
• PHY 102LR - College Physics II Credits: 4

Pre-Health Professions Concentration Electives (9 credits)

At least 6 credits from ES, NTR or PUB

• BIO 200LLB - Evolutionary Biology Credits: 5
• BIO 201LEC - Cell Biology Credits: 3
• ES 208LEC - Human Form & Function II Credits: 3
• ES 230LEC - Intro to Physical Activity Behavior Credits: 3
• ES 254LAB - CPR and First Aid Credits: 1
• ES 256LEC - Principles of Coaching Credits: 3
• ES 300LEC - Theory of Athletic Injury Credits: 3
• ES 340LEC - Physical Activity for Special Cases Credits: 3
• ES 353LEC - Technology in Sport Credits: 3
• ES 370LLB - Biomechanics I Credits: 4
• ES 373LLB - Strength & Conditioning I Credits: 3
• ES 428LEC - Health Promotion, Prevention & Wellness Credits: 3
• ES 435LEC - Health Coaching and Behavior Modification Strategies Credits: 3
• ES 460LEC - Clinical Exercise Physiology Credits: 3

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• ES 461LEC - Special Topics Credits: 1-3  OR 
• NTR 461LEC - Special Topics Credits: 1-3

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• ES 464LLB - Special Topics Credits: 1-3
• ES 472LEC - Environmental Physiology Credits: 3
• ES 473LLB - Strength & Conditioning II Credits: 3
• ES 496LAB - Practicum Credits: 1-3
• ES 498TUT - Undergraduate Research Credits: 1-6

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• ES 499TUT - Independent Study Credits: 1-4
• NTR 499TUT - Independent Study Credits: 1-3 OR

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• MIC 301LLB - Microbiology for Allied Health Professionals Credits: 4
• MTH 122LR - Survey of Calculus and Its Applications II Credits: 4
• MTH 142LR - College Calculus 2 Credits: 4
• NTR 301LAB - Dietary Assessment Credits: 1
• NTR 401LEC - Nutrition and Health Credits: 3
• NTR 402LEC - Nutrition in the Life Cycle Credits: 3
• NTR 498TUT - Undergraduate Research Credits: 1-6
• PGY 412LEC - Applied Physiology Credits: 2
• PGY 451LEC - Human Physiology I Credits: 3
• PGY 452LEC - Human Physiology II Credits: 3
• PHI 237LEC - Medical Ethics: Social & Ethical Values in Medicine Credits: 3
• PMY 302LEC - Introduction to Pharmacology Credits: 4
• PSY 322LEC - Psychopathology Credits: 3
• PSY 325LEC - Health Psychology Credits: 3
• PSY 336LEC - Developmental Psychology Credits: 3
• PSY 351LEC - Biopsychology Credits: 3
• PUB 210LEC - Global Public Health Credits: 3
• PUB 220LEC - Behavioral and Social Influences on Health Credits: 3
• PUB 340LEC - Introduction to Epidemiology Credits: 3
• PUB 422LEC - Public Health Ethics: An Interdisciplinary Exploration Credits: 3
• STA 427LEC - Statistical Analysis I Credits: 3

Graduate Nutrition Core (36 credits)

• CHB 550LR - Public Health and Population Wellbng Credits: 3
• NTR 500LEC - Nutrient Metabolism in Health and Disease Credits: 3
• NTR 501LEC - Micronutrients Credits: 3
• NTR 600LEC - Path of Nutr Disease Credits: 3
• NTR 630SEM - Nutr Seminar Credits: 2
• STA 527 or equivalent Credits: 3-4
• Graduate 500/600 level major elective Credits: 13-14
• Culminating Experience: Exam, Project or Thesis Credits: 5-6
  • NTR 675TUT - Research Credits: 1 - 4
  • NTR 676TUT - Selected Readings Credits: 1 - 2
  • NTR 680TUT - Thesis Guidance Credits: 1 - 6

Notes:

*    NTR 600 Required for students taking Comp Exam or Project Option.  NOT required for students in the Thesis track.

**  NTR 680 is required for Thesis track only.

Total Credits Required for Undergraduate Major: 89-91

Additional Degree Requirements Include:

• Additional coursework to fulfill UB Curriculum requirements
• Elective courses as needed to complete the 148 credit hour total

Total Undergraduate Credits Required: 112-114

Total Credits Required for Graduate Degree: 36

Total Credits Required for Graduation: 148-150

Total Credit Hours Required represents the minimum credits needed to complete this program, and may vary based on a number of circumstances. This should not be used for financial aid purposes.

Academic Requirements

Students must select the Pre-Health concentration. Students must maintain an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.000 to be eligible for admission to the graduate portion of the program. Students are required to maintain an overall GPA of 3.000 in the graduate portion of the program and achieve a minimum grade of B- in all required graduate courses. Students that do not maintain a minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 3.000 will not be allowed to continue in the combined BS/MS program but may continue in the BS degree program.

Retention Criteria: Students who fail to meet the minimum academic requirements for the BS/MS program will not be allowed to continue in the combined program but have the option to continue in the BS in ES degree program. Refer to BS in Exercise Science program for academic requirements for the undergraduate program.

This combined degree program does NOT allow students to be eligible to become a Registered Dietician Nutritionist (RDN). Students seeking the RDN credential will need to complete the prerequisites for the Clinical Nutrition MS. The Nutrition Science BS is a good option for students seeking the RDN credential as it allows students to complete the prerequisites as part of the undergraduate degree. Please speak with your academic advisor for assistance.

Program Distinction

A student in this major is eligible for Program Distinction upon degree conferral if the criteria are met. Criteria are found under Academic Honors in the Policy and Procedure section of this Catalog. Program Distinction is noted on the official transcript.

Curricular Plan

A Curricular Plan provides a roadmap for completing this academic program and the UB Curriculum on time. Your actual plan may vary depending on point of entry to the university, course placement and/or waivers based on standardized test scores, earned alternative credit and/or college transfer credit.

Learning Outcomes

The BS/MS in Exercise Science and Nutrition prepares graduates for entry-level and managerial positions in the areas of fitness, health and wellness, prevention of injury and rehabilitation through exercise and physical activity. Students learn to enhance health and wellness through the principles of exercise and nutrition science.

Skills gained in this program include: Managing, organizing and meeting deadlines, analyzing, critical thinking, teaching, interpreting, communicating, persuading/influencing, coordinating, planning, problem solving, and coaching people.

Upon successful completion of all requirements, the student will be able to:

• Students will demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of essential principles and vocabulary of exercise science.
• Students will apply scientific knowledge to improve human health, fitness and performance.
• Students will demonstrate entry-level skills as an exercise science practitioner
• Students will demonstrate professionalism and commitment to evidence-based practice and prudent decision-making skills.
• Students will display competence in oral, written and digital communication skills.
• Students will demonstrate effective team work and interpersonal skills in working with clients, supervisors and professional colleagues.
• Students will demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills to a variety of scenarios relevant to practice as an exercise science professional.

(HEGIS: 08.35 PHYSICAL ED METHODOLOGY, CIP: 26.0908 Exercise Physiology)