Kinesiology
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Kinesiology is the study of movement and it’s a fast-growing field. Study physical activity from a scientific perspective. Explore the link between wellness and exercise. Gain experience that will let you work in sport, recreation and rehabilitation.
Quick facts
- Program options:
- Bachelor degree
- Study options:
- Full-time study, Part-time study
- Program delivery:
- On-campus
- Dynamic learning:
- Co-op optional
Careers
- Kinesiologist
- Physiotherapist
- Fitness assessor
- Recreation and sports program service director
- Sports medicine physician
Sample courses
- Multidisciplinary Foundations of Physical Activity - EPHE 143
- Exercise Prescription - EPHE 260
Admission
Apply to the Faculty of Education as a high school student or a transfer student from another post-secondary institution. If you've already completed courses in a post-secondary diploma or degree program, you must apply as a transfer student for Year 2 entry.
This is a direct-entry program. Select it as your major when you submit your application to UVic.
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You must demonstrate English language proficiency to attend UVic. Your transcripts are enough to prove proficiency if you've studied full-time in an academic program at the high school or post-secondary level within Canada for at least four years, and all of your instruction was in English.
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