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Acadia University - Kinesiology

Kinesiology is the study of human movement and its role in our lives. The Kinesiology program at Acadia University is accredited by the Canadian Council of University Physical Education and Kinesiology Administrators (CCUPEKA), ensuring that the degree meets the highest national standards.

Program Description

The Kinesiology program at Acadia University explores how human movement shapes health, performance, and quality of life. Students will benefit from small classes, hands-on labs, and professors who know their name, plus a balance of theory and practice that brings learning to life.

First-Year Courses

The first-year courses build a strong foundation in human movement, health, and science, while giving students hands-on experience and context for the field of kinesiology. Some of the courses include:

• KINE 1013: Introduction to Kinesiology
• KINE 1213: Growth and Motor Development
• KINE 1413: Human Anatomy 1
• COMM 1013: Communication for Kinesiology
• BIOL 1853: Applied Human Biology 1
• BIOL 1863: Applied Human Biology 2
• KINE 1113: Research Methods
• KINE 1333: Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
• KINE 1243: Historical Aspects of Physical Activity and Sport

Career Options

With a degree in Kinesiology from Acadia University, students will be ready to turn their passion for movement and health into a wide range of rewarding careers in sport, science, healthcare, and beyond. Some potential career paths include:

• Medicine and Health Science
• Teaching and Coaching
• Athletic Therapy
• Clinical Exercise Physiology
• High Performance Training
• Graduate Studies (research or master's)
• Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, or Rehabilitation Sciences

Admission Requirements

The admission requirements for the Kinesiology program at Acadia University vary depending on the student's location and educational background. Some of the requirements include:

• Mathematics 30-1, 30-2, or 31
• Minimum overall average of 75%
• Physics 30 is not required for admission, but students are encouraged to take the course

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the Kinesiology program at Acadia University vary depending on the student's location and status. Some of the estimated costs include:

• Undergraduate Full Course Load Fees for Nova Scotian Students: $10,651.34
• Undergraduate Full Course Load Fees for Canadian Students: $12,345.56
• Undergraduate Full Course Load Fees for International Students: $26,633.02

Campus Life and Residences

Most first-year students choose to live in residence to make friends and stay close to class, recreation facilities, and downtown Wolfville. Acadia University offers a range of residence options, including dormitory-style rooms and apartment-style suites.

Student Services

Acadia University offers a range of student services, including academic advising, accessible learning services, tutoring, career and experiential learning, and international student services.

Research Areas

The School of Kinesiology at Acadia University is involved in a range of research areas, including exercise science, sport psychology, and motor control. Students have the opportunity to work with faculty members on research projects and gain hands-on experience in the field.

Degree Timeline

The Kinesiology program at Acadia University is typically completed in four years. The degree timeline includes:

• First Year: Take required introductory courses, become certified in Standard First Aid CPR-C & AED (Intermediate), and gain comfort within a lab and learn how to navigate a lab space.
• Middle Years: Opportunity to become a teaching assistant, opportunity to apply to a degree complement option or area of interest.
• Final Year: Choose to complete Honours program, navigate a lab space independently, connect with faculty about summer research, and earn your degree.

Related Programs

Students may also be interested in related programs, including:

• Biology
• Education
• Nutrition and Dietetics
• Psychology

Contact Information

For more information about the Kinesiology program at Acadia University, please contact the School of Kinesiology or visit the university's website.