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Exercise Sciences Mission Statement

The student-focused mission of the Department of Exercise Sciences is to affirm BYU’s Mission and Aims by developing scholars who integrate scientific and spiritual inquiry as they prepare for lifelong service and learning in the areas of exercise science, wellness, and health care.

We aim to:

  • Foster an atmosphere where students think independently at a level that inspires meaningful questions and creative problem-solving.
  • Inspire learning through student-centered classroom instruction and mentoring experiences focused on human health and function.
  • Provide a culture and an example of service that inspires students to reach out to other students and the broader community as disciples of Christ.

The Department of Exercise Sciences offers two BS degrees, an Integrated BSMAT degree, an entry-level MAT degree (clinical, research optional), an MS degree (thesis required), and a PhD degree (dissertation required). The Department Mission and Objectives guide the program areas at each level. Each program also has a set of goals that pilot individual programs.

Department News

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Dissection, Dancing, and Deity: Annie Smedley

April, 2024
Annie Smedley is closing out her master's degree with a jeté. Her hard-won skill to ask better questions helped her note a pattern in a literature review, which evolved into an interdisciplinary project studying ballet dancers and their injuries.
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Faith, Determination, and Resilience: Earlene Durrant’s 2023 Honored Alumni Lecture

December, 2023
Seventh grade Earlene Durrant (Physical Education EdD '75) was determined to be a physical education teacher at BYU. Little did she know that she would transform the department.
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Resources

Careers in Exercise Sciences

Learn more about how you can use your degree in Exercise Sciences

Professional Associations

A list of professional associations involved with Exercise Science

Research Studies Seeking Participants

Get notified and informed when Exercise Sciences is searching for subjects

Past Research Projects

More information abour research in Exercise Science

Internships

Learn more about what it takes to find and register for an internship

Scholarship Info

Apply for an Undergraduate scholarship

Department News

Department of Exercise Sciences news articles

Alumni Spotlights

Exercise Sciences Alumni success stories

Student Awards Application

Outstanding Student Program, Kerie Jean Waters Athletic Training, and Physical Therapy

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