Learn how various aspects of exercise and physical activity - including physiological, biomechanical, nutritional, and behavioral - can enhance health, fitness, performance, and disease prevention and management.
The combined Exercise Science BS/DPT program is suited for exceptional students who want an accelerated pathway to complete the Bachelor of Science and Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy (DPT) in six years.
Understand the role of exercise in health, performance, and disease prevention in a program personalized to your interest in research or clinical practice.
Conduct original research to better understand the link between exercise, nutrition and overall wellness as you prepare for your career in academia, government, health care or clinical research.
You already know the importance of food and diet in staying healthy. If you want to use your interest in nutrition to help others be healthier and prevent disease, UB’s bachelor’s degree program in Nutrition Science gives you the knowledge to do just that.
Explore the role of nutrition in improved health and disease prevention in a program personalized to your interest in either nutrition science or clinical nutrition.
The Nutrition Science PhD provides a combination of didactic learning and research experience in the field of nutrition science. This program emphasizes foundational courses in biochemistry, physiology and nutrition as well as a variety of opportunities for conducting high-quality research in both laboratory and clinical settings.
If you have a passion for sports, a desire to make a difference in the lives of athletes, and a dedication to strive for personal excellence, this minor is perfect for you.
Our Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences and the Office for Academic and Student Affairs (OASA) are here to help you prepare for and plan your academic experience at UB.
