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Sport Studies Majors

Robert Malekoff, Associate Professor, Chair
Kathleen A. Tritschler, Professor
Lavon Williams, Professor
Craig A. Eilbacher, Assistant Professor

The Department of Sport Studies focuses on both the study of human movement and on the exercise and sport industry. From physical therapy to sports psychology and sports management, Guilford students develop a broad cultural perspective of sport. Through the investigation of theories and best practices in the field, our students develop practical skills and knowledge as well as the ability to think critically and creatively. An emphasis on both clinical and liberal arts provides a breadth of experience and the moral and ethical foundations necessary to assume leadership roles in their post-graduate endeavors.

Degrees Offered

The Bachelor of Science degree is offered in Exercise and Sport Sciences and Sport Management.

Major Requirements for the B.S. in Exercise and Sport Sciences

The ESS major requires a minimum of 56 credit hours. The ESS major requires a minimum of 56 credit hours. Students will choose one of two tracks: health and fitness (60 credit hours) or sport medicine (56 credit hours). A five-course Core is common to both tracks, plus a minimum of six emphasis courses. Each track offers some flexibility for students to develop an individual plan of study with the guidance of their academic advisors.

Core requirements for all students majoring in ESS:

  • SPST 120 Introduction to Exercise and Sport Sciences – 4 credits
  • SPST 241 Motor Learning and Performance – 4 credits
  • SPST 246 Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise – 4 credits
  • SPST 311 Sport and Exercise Physiology – 4 credits
  • SPST 340 Psychology of Sport and Exercise* – 4 credits

Additional Courses Required for ESS – Health/Fitness Track:

  • BIOL 111 Integrative Biology: Molecules and Cells** – 4 credits
  • BIOL 341 Human Anatomy and Physiology I** – 4 credits
  • BIOL 342 Human Anatomy and Physiology II** – 4 credits
  • Advisor approved psychological or sociocultural course – 4 credits
  • SPST 314 Perspectives in Sport and Exercise Nutrition*** – 4 credits
  • SPST 343 Measurement and Evaluation in Sport and Exercise – 4 credits
  • SPST 432 Legal Aspects of Sport and Exercise – 4 credits
  • SPST 455 Science of Strength and Conditioning**** – 4 credits
  • Four credits of Health/Fitness skill-based courses, for example: 4 credits
    • SPST 112/THEA 101 Modern Dance I (2 credits)
    • SPST 142 First Aid (2 credits)
  • SPST 485 Health/Fitness Internship (in field of interest) or SPST 445 Research Methods in Sport Studies – 4 credits

Total credit hours required for B.S. degree in Exercise and Sport Sciences, Health/Fitness Track – 60 credits

Additional Courses Required for ESS – Sports Medicine Track:

  • BIOL 111 Integrative Biology: Molecules and Cells** – 4 credits
  • BIOL 341 Human Anatomy and Physiology I** – 4 credits
  • BIOL 342 Human Anatomy and Physiology II** – 4 credits
  • SPST 245 Emergency Procedures in Sports Medicine – 4 credits
  • SPST 320 Organization and Administration of Sport Exercise and Health Programs or SPST 432 Legal Aspects of Sport and Exercise – 4 credits
  • SPST 373 Therapeutic Modalities and Rehabilitation with Lab – 4 credits
  • SPST 445 Research Methods in Sport Studies or SPST 343 Measurement and Evaluation in Sport and Exercise – 4 credits
  • SPST 474 Physical Examination and Assessment with Lab***** – 4 credits
  • SPST 485 Sports Medicine Internship (in field of interest) – 4 credits

Total credit hours required for B.S. degree in Exercise and Sport Sciences, Sports Medicine Track – 56 credits
* Historical Perspectives and the course is limited to juniors and seniors.

** A grade of C- or better is required in these biology courses, which are prerequisites for SPST 246 and SPST 311.

*** SPST 211 is a prerequisite for SPST 314.

**** It is strongly recommended that ESS majors with a health/fitness track specialization take an in-field certification test in the spring semester of their senior year. Appropriate certifications include, but are not limited to, the CSCS certification from the National Strength & Conditioning Association, the health / fitness instructor certification from ACSM and the personal trainer certification from NASM.

***** Prerequisites for this course include SPST246 and SPST311. A grade of C- or better is required in all prerequisite courses.

Major Requirements for the B.S. in Sport Management

The Sport Management major requires a minimum of 40 credit hours (10 courses).

  • SPST 234 Sport Finance – 4 credits
  • SPST 320 Organization and Administration of Sport, Exercise and Health Programs – 4 credits
  • SPST 432 Legal Aspects of Sport and Exercise – 4 credits
  • SPST 445 Research Methods in Sport Studies – 4 credits
  • SPST 485 Internship – 4 credits
  • ACCT 201 Introduction to Accounting – 4 credits
  • BUS 324 Marketing Management* – 4 credits
  • One course from: 4 credits
    • SPST 232 Sociology of Sport and Exercise
    • SPST 247 History of Sport
    • SPST 340 Psychology of Sport and Exercise
  • ECON 221 Macro: US in World Econ or ECON 222 Micro: Public Policy – 4 credits
  • ENGL 282 Journalism or BUS 310 Professional Communications** – 4 credits

Total credit hours required for B.S. degree in Sport Management – 40 credits
* SPST431 (Sport Marketing) is an approved substitute for this requirement.

**SPST 335 (Sport Communication) is an approved substitute for this requirement.