University of Waterloo

Kinesiology

University of Waterloo

Faculty:Faculty of Health
Degree:Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
Field of Study:Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
Provincial: $9,000
National: $10,000
International: $53,000
Scholarships:25
Careers:Kinesiologists

Description:

If you want to learn the human body inside out, you’ve found your fit. Kinesiology combines social sciences, biomechanics, anatomy, physiology, nutrition, and neuroscience – and even a first-year anatomy lab with human cadavers – to provide exceptional in-class and hands-on learning. Explore your interests through plenty of research and volunteer opportunities too.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*80 to 85
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade12 Biology  or  Grade12 Physics  or  Grade12 Chemistry 
  •  Grade12 Advanced Functions  or  Grade12 Calculus 

Any Grade 12 U English (min. 70%); any two of the following: Biology (min. 70%), Chemistry (min. 70%), or Physics (min. 70%); and one of the following: Advanced Functions (min. 70%) or Calculus and Vectors (min. 70%)

Additional Admission Requirements:

    Areas of focus available within the program: Ergonomics and Injury Prevention Minor, Neuroscience Minor, Human Nutrition Minor, Rehabilitation Sciences Specialization, and Medical Physiology Minor

    Not an Ontario high school student?

    We'll accept equivalent courses from other provinces and systems of study. Visit Waterloo's website to view the specific requirements for your province or country.

    If your first language is not English, please refer to our English language requirements and eligible tests.

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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