Master of Science in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences - Exercise Science

The M.S. in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences provides an opportunity to specialize in Nutritional Sciences or Exercise Science. Students are prepared for careers in clinical, industry, or research fields. A partial list includes strength and conditioning, clinical exercise physiology, cardiac rehabilitation, worksite wellness, fitness center management, extension, sports performance, or community health.

Program Mission
The mission of the program is to prepare students as interprofessional leaders who integrate research while promoting the role of nutrition and exercise science in meeting the needs of creating healthier communities in an ever changing local, national, and global environment.

Student Learning Outcomes
Content Knowledge: Students will be able to describe the impact of nutrition on biochemical, metabolic, and physiological processes that are prevalent with physical activity and apply these concepts to various settings.
Communication skills and argument deconstruction: Students will develop, evaluate, communicate, and defend or refute a position using peer-reviewed literature.