The Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine major is a pre-athletic training major. This major includes all of the prerequisite classes that students must complete prior to beginning the Master of Athletic Training Program. These courses include biology, chemistry, physics, communication, psychology, and sports medicine. Students will gain the foundational knowledge needed to begin the Master of Athletic Training Program.
The Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine degree has two different tracks, the 3+2 and the 4+2.
The 3 years of undergraduate study+2 years of graduate study (3+2) track allows students to take the major courses and the general education requirements in 3 years, then apply to the Master of Athletic Training Program. Once accepted, credits from the Master of Athletic Training program will be used to complete the remaining credits required for the Bachelor of Science degree. Students completing this track will earn a Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine degree as well as a Master of Athletic Training degree at the end of their 5 years of study.
Students wanting to do the 4 years of undergraduate study + 2 years of graduate study (4+2) track will complete the major courses as well as a secondary concentration and general education requirements in 4 years. Any varsity athlete that wants to use all 4 years of eligibility will need to choose the 4+2 track. Playing a varsity sport during the Master of Athletic Training program will be prohibited.
Vision
A 100% of students that successfully complete the Bachelor of Sports Medicine Program will gain entrance into the Masters of Athletic Training Program.
Mission
The mission of the Sports Medicine Department is to challenge learners to be critical thinkers and advocates for the healthcare professions. The program aims to equip students with foundational knowledge in science and health-related fields as well as prepare them to be directed, life-long learners. The Bachelor of Sports Medicine program provides students with a basis of knowledge to pursue the Master of Athletic Training program at Marietta College.
What can I do with a Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine?
The Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine major is intended for those students wanting to enter into the Master of Athletic Training Program at Marietta College. Students that decide to not continue into the masters degree can complete and graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine degree. Students that are interested in other healthcare professions such as physical therapy, physician assistant or other professions should look into another science-related major such as Health Science, Biology, or Chemistry.
Sample Three-Year Schedule
First Year (Fall Semester)
| PIO 101 | 3 credit hours | |
| WRIT 102 | College Composition | 3 credit hours |
| BIOL 101/105 | Modern Biology/Introductory Biology Lab I | 4 credit hours |
| PSYC 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 credit hours |
| Gen Ed Elective | 3 credit hours | |
| Semester Credit Hours | 16 credit hours |
First Year (Spring Semester)
| BIOL 131/106 | Introduction to Cellular and Molecular Biology | 4 credit hours |
| PSYC 207 | Adolescence Psychology | 3 credit hours |
| SPTM 101 | Medical Terminology | 1 credit hour |
| COMM 203/WRIT 102 | Fundamentals of Communication/College Composition | 3 credit hours |
| Gen Ed Elective | 3 credit hours | |
| Gen Ed Elective | 3 credit hours | |
| Semester Credit Hours | 17 credit hours |
Second Year (Fall Semester)
| BIOL 212 | Human Anatomy | 4 credit hours |
| CHEM 131/133 | General Chemistry I/Lab | 4 credit hours |
| COMM 211 | Organizational Communication | 3 credit hours |
| COMM 213 | Introduction to Health Communication | 3 credit hours |
| SPTM 201 | Athletic Training Seminar | 1 credit hour |
| Gen Ed Elective | 3 credit hours | |
| Semester Credit Hours | 18 credit hours |
Second Year (Spring Semester)
| BIOL 203 | Human Physiology | 3 credit hours |
| CHEM 132/134 | General Chemistry II / Lab | 4 credit hours |
| SPTM 285 | Applied Nutrition | 3 credit hours |
| PSYC 375 or Gen Ed Elective | Health Psychology | 3 credit hours |
| Gen Ed Elective | 3 credit hours | |
| Semester Credit Hours | 16 credit hours |
Third Year (Fall Semester)
| PSYC 285 | Statistics for Behavioral Sciences | 4 credit hours |
| COMM 301 | Group Discussion | 3 credit hours |
| PSYC 350 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 credit hours |
| SPTM 325 | Physiology of Exercise | 3 credit hours |
| PHYS 211 | College Physics | 4 credit hours |
| Semester Credit Hours | 17 credit hours |
Third Year (Spring Semester)
| SPTM 304 | Medical Aspects of Athletic Training | 3 credit hours |
| SPTM 385 | Pathophysiology | 3 credit hours |
| PSYC 375 or Gen Ed Elective | Health Psychology | 3 credit hours |
| SPTM 401 | Cadaver Anatomy | 3 credit hours |
| Gen Ed Elective | 3 credit hours | |
| Gen Ed Elective | 3 credit hours | |
| Semester Credit Hours | 15-18 credit hours |
Total Program Hours: 100