运动科学学位以通识教育要求中的科学和数学课程为基础，包括解剖与生理学，运动生理学，生物力学，安全和急诊护理，设计体育活动计划，营养和成人运动领导力课程。实习期为三个学期，专业准备参加认证考试，例如美国运动医学学院，美国运动委员会，美国国家力量与健身协会，美国有氧运动和健身协会以及全国注册私人教练理事会。UMSL运动科学计划强调通过各种环境中的实习机会进行动手实践。设置可能包括公司健身中心，健身俱乐部，私人工作室，大学娱乐中心和大学运动计划。
The BES, with an emphasis in Exercise Science and Wellness, builds on science and mathematics courses in the general education requirements with courses on anatomy & physiology, exercise physiology, biomechanics, safety and emergency care, physical activity program design, nutrition and adult exercise leadership. You’ll be prepared to sit for certification examinations, such as those offered by the American College of Sports Medicine, the American Council on Exercise, the National Strength and Conditioning Association, the Aerobics and Fitness Association of American and the National Council for Certified Personal Trainers.<br>Encourage health and physical activity.<br>Use your passion for health, wellness and fitness to prepare for a career that can positively impact those of all ages in non-school settings. Teach healthy lifestyle best practices including exercise and nutrition to people of all ages in a variety of situations. Graduates can enter some careers directly, while seeking graduate programs for other careers.<br>The Bachelor of Educational Studies is designed to provide specialized knowledge, skills and training in a flexible format. You’ll learn from highly qualified educators and researchers who hold terminal degrees from some of the world’s most prestigious academic institutions.