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Plans of Study

The schedule below is the suggested and expected format for course offerings and how a student will progress to graduation with the MSENS or graduate certificate. This program is dynamic and students are not held to a single cohort model, so if a student wishes to change pace or program of study, contact your advisor or the program director.

Master of Science in Exercise and Nutrition Science

Course Number Course Title Credit Hours Term
HSC 637 Sports Nutrition 3 Summer
ESC 607 Exercise and Nutrition Science Theory 3 Summer
ESC 605 Dimensions of Strength Training 3 Fall
HSC 608 Research Methods in Health Sciences 3 Fall
HSC 635 Special Topics in Exercise and Nutrition Science 3 Fall
ESC 625 Exercise and Nutrition Laboratory Techniques 2 Winter Intersession
ESC 615 Physiology and Energetics of Exercise Science 3 Spring
HSC 627 Sports Supplements and Ergonomic Aids 3 Spring
ESC 617 Current Perspectives in Exercise Science 3 Spring
HSC 618 Professional Issues and the Practitioner 3 May Intersession
HSC 690 Practicum in Exercise and Nutrition Science 3 Recommended for 2nd Semester
HSC 699 Comprehensive Exam 1 Must take in last semester
Total 33 Credit Hours

Graduate Certificate in Sports Nutrition

Course Number Course Title Credit Hours Term
HSC 637 Sports Nutrition 3 Summer
ESC 607 Exercise and Nutrition Science Theory 3 Summer
OR
HSC 635 Special Topics in Exercise and Nutrition Science 3 Fall
HSC 627 Sports Supplements and Ergonomic Aids 3 Spring
Total 9 Credit Hours

Pre-requisites:

Anatomy and Physiology or Exercise Physiology
Basic Nutrition