School of Human Performance and Leisure Sciences
Barry University
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Academic Programs

Undergraduate Programs

  • Athletic Training
    Prevention, assessment, care, and rehabilitation of physical activity-related injuries
  • Exercise Science
    Exercise prescription and fitness assessment, exercise leadership, strength and conditioning for sports, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation
  • Physical Education, K-12
    Techniques and strategies for teaching at the elementary, middle, and secondary school levels
  • Sport Management
    Basic understandings in sport and exercise; foundational knowledge in management, marketing, finance, and human resource skills to prepare for sport-related careers

Graduate Programs

  • Movement Science
    An innovative program of study geared to allow you to personalize your academic interests
  • Sport Management
    Advanced studies in promotion and management for athletic administration, sport, and sport-related organizations

Instructional Activities in Sport and Recreation

Undergraduate Minors

  • Coaching
    Study of theory, practice, and risk management awareness in coaching developing athletes.
  • Diving Education
    Dedicated to service majors outside Sport Management who desire in-depth theoretical knowledge, intensive practical skill application and risk management awareness in the use of SCUBA equipment for work and recreation. 
  • Exercise Science
    Complementing pre-professional majors in medical, allied health, athletic training or other science-based fields who are interested in further study in the areas of exercise prescription and fitness programming.
  • Leisure and Recreation Management
    For students interested in broadening their knowledge in the leisure field and preparing for career opportunities in the recreation industry.
  • Sport Management
    To complement professional majors for careers in sport-related fields including amateur, professional, and collegiate sport administration, as well as entrepreneurial businesses focusing on health, fitness, recreation, sport and sport products.