Exercise & Sports Science
Exercise and Sports Science (ESS) is the study of immediate and long-term effects of physical activity on the body. Prepare for a career in your field as you examine the contribution of anatomy, biomechanics, motor learning, physiology, and health behaviors in the development of effective movement skills, exercise, and sports performance.
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126 Martin Hall
(919) 760-8014
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“I am truly grateful for the Meredith experience. The opportunities and Meredith’s hands-on approach have prepared me for my future career.”
Katie Burnet, ’16 -
New Facility for Exercise & Sports Science and Communication coming soon
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100% of Meredith Exercise and Sports Science graduates with health and physical education licensure have secured a job in teaching or obtained a graduate school assistantship their first year out of college.
At Meredith, our ideal location near downtown Raleigh and the Research Triangle Park means you’ll have access to a variety of internships that prepare you for any number of careers. Recent internships held by ESS students include:
- Rex Wellness Centers
- WakeMed
- Triangle Volleyball Club
- Triangle Orthopedics
- Workplace Solutions
- Valencell
See how Meredith exercise and sports science students are going strong.
Exercise and Sports Science Program
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When Brittany Preston, ’19, graduates in May, she will be headed for a future that was discovered by combining her passions and being in an environment that encouraged her.
Arriving at Meredith College with a passion for health, wellness, and human performance, Sarah Arbes, ’19, knew she wanted to pursue a career in that field.
As an exercise and sports science major, Charley Cox, ’19, knew when she arrived at Meredith College that she wanted to pursue an education career and help build healthier lives within her community.
As an ESS major, you’ll be encouraged to conduct research while pursuing your degree. Identify a special topic and work under the supervision of a professor or join a research team. Recent research topics include:
- An Investigation of Relationships between Freshman Academic Credit Hours and Health Status of Undergraduate Females
- The Effects of Sports Drinks on Aerobic Performance
- An Analysis of the Effects of Physical and Reactive Training on Agility Performance
- Influences of Fitness Assessment Programs on Female Undergraduate Exercise and Sport Science Majors
As an ESS major, you can join the Sports Science Association and gain valuable hands-on experience. Help organize a community event. Support your fellow students’ health and wellness. Attend professional conferences and meetings.
