Science of Physical Activity Minor

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TOTAL MINOR HOURS: 12

Students who successfully complete the minor in the Science of Physical Activity will have a background in basic physical activity knowledge which may assist individuals interested in coaching and working with adults and children in physical activity settings.

Minor Requirements

The minor in the Science of Physical Activity is 11-12 hours. Students must have completed 45 hours of undergraduate coursework, be considered at the junior level, have an overall GPA of 2.5, and have a major in a program other than Physical Education.

Minor Core (9 Credit Hours)

PET 3031 - Motor Behavior Credit(s): 3
PET 4380 - Applied Exercise Science Credit(s): 3
PET 4510 - Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education Credit(s): 3

Minor Electives (3 Credit Hours)

Students must choose one of the following courses:

PET 4820 - Sport Skill Proficiency Credit(s): 3
SPM 2019 - Issues in Sport Credit(s): 3

GPA Requirements

Students must earn am overall GPA of 2.0

Grading Requirements

Students must earn a C- or higher in each course.

Advising Information

To schedule an advising appointment:

Prospective or current students with an active UID can schedule an appointment online: https://usf.appiancloud.com/suite/sites/archivum/page/archivum/report/daQEig

Prospective students who have not yet applied or students who are inactive (e.g., dismissed or not enrolled for 3 consecutive terms) should contact the appropriate advising location in their intended major: https://www.usf.edu/undergrad/students/advising.aspx

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