Exercise and Health Sciences

Exercise and Health Sciences at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is about understanding how movement, exercise, and healthy behaviors improve lives. You’ll explore how the body works, how to promote wellness, and how to help people reach their health and fitness goals. This area of study prepares you to make a real difference—whether you want to work in healthcare, fitness, research, or community health.

About Exercise and Health Sciences at FAU

At FAU, you’ll find flexible learning options, including fully online and in-person courses, so you can build a schedule that fits your life. Our programs are designed in collaboration with the Center for Online and Continuing Education and have earned a “High-Quality” distinction. You’ll gain hands-on experience through internships and research, work alongside expert faculty, and have access to combined bachelor’s-to-master’s pathways that help you accelerate your education. FAU also offers unique agreements with professional schools, giving you a clear path to advanced degrees in physical or occupational therapy.

Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic

Undergraduate Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Health Promotion
  • Concentration in Exercise Physiology (fully online option)
  • Concentration in Pre-Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy (in-person and online)
  • Combined Bachelor’s to Master’s Program
  • Bachelor of Arts in Health Science
  • Concentrations: Science; Public, Global, and Environmental Health; Women’s Health; Behavioral and Mental Health
  • Combined Bachelor’s to Master’s Program

Graduate Degrees

  • Master of Science in Exercise Science and Health Promotion
  • Concentration in Exercise Physiology (fully online)
  • Concentration in Health Promotion (fully online)
  • Combined Bachelor’s to Master’s Programs (accelerated 5-year path)

Explore Degree Programs in Exercise Science and Health Promotion

Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes

1. Build a strong foundation in exercise science, health promotion, and human physiology.
2. Develop practical skills through internships, research, and hands-on learning.
3. Prepare for advanced study or professional careers in health, fitness, and wellness.
4. Foster critical thinking, communication, and leadership in health-related fields.

1. Apply scientific principles to assess and improve health and performance.
2. Design and implement effective exercise and wellness programs.
3. Demonstrate readiness for graduate or professional school (e.g., PT, OT, public health).
4. Communicate clearly with clients, patients, and health professionals.
5. Use evidence-based approaches to promote lifelong health and well-being.

Christopher Boerum

University Instructor

Charles E. Schmidt College of Science

Department of Exercise Science and Health Promotion

mailcboerum@fau.edu
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Boca Raton Campus | FW11A RM 128C

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Michael Zourdos, Ph.D.

Department Chair and Professor

Charles E. Schmidt College of Science

Exercise Science and Health Promotion

mailmzourdos@fau.edu
call561.297.1317
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Boca Raton Campus | FL

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