Exercise Science (Minor)

This program was approved for students entering the university in the Summer 2023–Spring 2024 catalog year. For more information about catalog year, go to Catalog Year Information.

Minor in Exercise Science
Unit: College of Education and Human Development
Department: Health and Sport Sciences (HSS) 
Academic Plan Code(s): ESSMMINOR  

Program Requirements

HSS 202Foundations of Anatomy & Physiology - S3
HSS 320Growth and Motor Development Across the Lifespan3
HSS 387Biomechanics3
HSS 388Foundations of Strength and Conditioning3
HSS 394Foundations of Exercise Physiology3
HSS 395Fitness Assessment and Prescription3
HSS 396Lab Methods in Fitness Evaluation3
Minimum Total Hours21

At least three (3) semester hours of the requirements for a minor must be successfully completed while enrolled in the University of Louisville. 

A 2.50 GPA is required in the minor, and all courses must be completed at a C-minus or above.