Program Overview

Kinesiology, B.Kin.

The Bachelor of Kinesiology degree is a four-year program that provides students with a comprehensive education in the field of kinesiology. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in kinesiology, physical education, and related fields.

Overview

The Kinesiology, B.Kin. program is offered by the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management. The program provides students with a strong foundation in the sciences, social sciences, and humanities, as well as specialized courses in kinesiology.

Degree Requirements

To graduate with a Bachelor of Kinesiology degree, students must complete 120 credit hours of coursework, including:

• 30 credit hours in the first year, including:
  • BIOL 1410: Anatomy of the Human Body
  • BIOL 1412: Physiology of the Human Body
  • KPER 1200: Physical Activity, Health and Wellness
  • KPER 1500: Foundations of Physical Education and Kinesiology
  • PSYC 1200: Introduction to Psychology
  • STAT 1000 or STAT 1150: Basic Statistical Analysis 1 or Introduction to Statistics and Computing
  • 6 credit hours of Faculty of Science Courses from List A
  • 3 credit hours of Electives
• 30 credit hours in the second year, including:
  • KPER 2120: Academic Skills in Kinesiology and Recreation Management
  • KPER 2170: History of Physical Activity and Leisure
  • KPER 2200: Planning Principles
  • KPER 2320: Human Anatomy
  • KPER 2330: Biomechanics
  • KPER 2350: Introduction to Research
  • KPER 2540: Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity
  • KPER 2700: Motor Control and Learning
  • 6 credit hours of Electives
• 30 credit hours in the third year, including:
  • KPER 3100: Inclusive Physical Activity and Leisure
  • KPER 3460: Sociology of Physical Activity and Leisure
  • KPER 3470: Exercise Physiology
  • KIN 3510: Physical Activity and Aging
  • KPER 3512: Principles of Fitness Training
  • 6 credit hours of Faculty Electives
  • 9 credit hours of Electives
• 30 credit hours in the fourth year, including:
  • KPER 4020: Philosophy of Physical Activity and Leisure
  • KPER 4100: Current Issues
  • 12 credit hours of Advanced Faculty Electives (KIN or KPER at the 3000 or 4000-level)
  • 3 credit hours of Faculty Elective
  • 9 credit hours of Electives

Supervised Fieldwork Experience

The supervised fieldwork experience is a professionally supervised experience that provides students with the opportunity to apply knowledge gained in academic courses and gives exposure to a workplace environment in a related field.

Degree Exit Requirement

Students enrolled in all undergraduate degree programs must provide proof of valid CPR and First Aid certification to the Faculty General Office prior to an upcoming graduation date.

Admission Requirements

The admission requirements for the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management include:

• Direct Entry (from High School): Students must have a minimum 85% average over the required courses, with no less than 60% in each individual course.
• Regular Advanced Entry Admission: Students must have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours of coursework, including the required courses listed below.
  • Kinesiology/Kinesiology-Athletic Therapy/Physical Education Admission Requirements:
    • BIOL 1410: Anatomy of the Human Body (minimum grade of C)
    • BIOL 1412: Physiology of the Human Body (minimum grade of C)
    • KPER 1500: Foundations of Physical Education and Kinesiology (minimum grade of C)
    • 15 additional credit hours
  • Recreation Management and Community Development Admission Requirements:
    • 24 credit hours completed

Faculty Academic Regulations

The Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management has regulations and requirements that apply specifically to its students, including:

• Policy on Minimum Grade in Faculty Required Courses: A minimum grade of "C" is required to pass all faculty required courses within the degree program.
• Scholastic Standards: Academic Assessment: Students will be assessed at the end of each term, and their status will be determined as minimum met, satisfactory, on probation, suspension warning, or academic suspension.
• Dean's Honour List: Students who achieve a Term GPA of 3.50 or higher will be placed on the Dean's Honour List.
• University Gold Medal and Program Medals: The Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management will award the University Gold Medal to the graduating student who has achieved the highest grade point average of all graduating students.
• Degree With Distinction: Awarded to students who graduate with a cumulative Degree GPA of 3.8 or higher.

Registration Information for All Students

Students must attend an Orientation session in order to be unblocked from registration. The Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management offers academic advising to help students plan their course selection and registration.

Courses

The Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management offers a variety of courses, including:

• KPER 1200: Physical Activity, Health and Wellness
• KPER 1400: Concepts of Recreation and Leisure
• KPER 1500: Foundations of Physical Education and Kinesiology
• KPER 2000: Special Topics (Introductory)
• KPER 2120: Academic Skills in Kinesiology and Recreation Management
• KPER 2170: History of Physical Activity and Leisure
• KPER 2200: Planning Principles
• KPER 2320: Human Anatomy
• KPER 2330: Biomechanics
• KPER 2350: Introduction to Research
• KPER 2540: Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity
• KPER 2700: Motor Control and Learning
• KPER 3100: Inclusive Physical Activity and Leisure
• KPER 3140: Health Promotion
• KPER 3460: Sociology of Physical Activity and Leisure
• KPER 3470: Exercise Physiology
• KPER 3512: Principles of Fitness Training
• KPER 3550: Growth and Motor Development
• KPER 3630: Service and Experiential Learning
• KPER 4000: Special Topics
• KPER 4020: Philosophy of Physical Activity and Leisure
• KPER 4100: Current Issues
• KPER 4110: The Olympics and the Global Sporting Event
• KPER 4310: Physical Activity Counselling
• KPER 4320: Sport and the Body
• KPER 4340: Sport, Film and Society
• KPER 4600: Directed Study
• KPER 4630: Supervised Fieldwork Experience
• KPER 4632: Supervised Fieldwork Experience A
• KPER 4634: Supervised Fieldwork Experience B
• KPER 4810: Senior Thesis Preparation
• KPER 4820: Senior Thesis Research Project