Nutrition and Exercise Science Southeast Missouri State University

Overview

The Nutrition and Exercise Science programme at Southeast Missouri State University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of how dietary habits and physical activity interact to influence human health. This interdisciplinary degree is delivered through the College of Education, Health and Human Studies to prepare professionals for clinical and performance-based roles.

Students explore the synergy between exercise physiology and nutritional science, gaining the skills necessary to implement effective interventions for diverse populations. The curriculum is designed to address the prevention of lifestyle-related diseases while also catering to the specific needs of competitive and recreational athletes.

The academic environment encourages deep engagement with research methods and metabolic studies.

Why Nutrition and Exercise Science at Southeast Missouri State University?

This programme stands out due to its collaborative nature, drawing expertise from the Departments of Allied Health, Kinesiology, and Sport Sciences alongside Human Environmental Studies. This dual perspective ensures that graduates understand health challenges from both a nutritional and physiological standpoint.

The university provides a supportive atmosphere where faculty members are active scholars dedicated to the professional development of their students. Facilities and resources within the College of Education, Health and Human Studies allow for practical application of theoretical concepts in real-world scenarios.

Students also benefit from the opportunity to pursue graduate assistantships. These roles offer valuable professional experience in teaching or administration, providing a stipend and the chance to build strong working relationships with university administrators and academic staff.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 13622 per year
• National fee: USD 7916 per year
• Local fee: USD 7916 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum requires the completion of 39 credit hours. Modules may include:

• Pathophysiology: Implications for Nutrition and Exercise Science
• Vitamin Metabolism
• Research Design and Evaluation
• Seminar in Nutrition and Exercise Science
• Internship
• Physiology of Exercise
• Cardiovascular Exercise Physiology
• Exercise in Health and Disease
• Behavioral Statistics

Elective options and specialised subjects may include:

• Gerontology Practicum
• Biochemistry I
• Nutrition II
• Nutrition and Aging
• Nutrition Counseling
• International Nutrition
• Community Nutrition
• Sport Nutrition
• Nutrition in the Life Cycle
• Health Concerns of Aging
• Applied Anatomy
• Advanced Exercise Testing
• Implementation and Organization of Fitness Programs
• Health Promotion Programs
• Legal Aspects of Sport and Physical Activity

Careers with Nutrition and Exercise Science

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of professional pathways in both clinical and non-clinical environments. Many find employment within the fitness industry as performance enhancement specialists, fitness directors, or personal trainers for various organisations.

In clinical settings, alumni often work in cardiopulmonary and cardiac rehabilitation units within hospitals. Others pursue roles as registered dietitians after completing the necessary internships and board examinations, or work as corporate health promotion managers for large companies.

The programme also serves as a strong foundation for further academic study, with many graduates progressing to doctoral degrees. Career destinations include roles as strength and conditioning coaches for professional or collegiate athletics, public health educators, and post-secondary fitness studies teachers.