Overview

In the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree at the University of Alberta students select one of the following majors, enabling them to focus their learning in senior courses according to a specialized area of interest:

Adapted Physical Activity:

Provides students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills to facilitate physically active lifestyles for people with impairments.

Physical Activity and Health:

Provides students with an understanding of and appreciation for the importance of physical activity as it relates to health, fitness, and well-being over the lifespan. Biopsychosocial factors influencing acquisition and maintenance of physical activity and health will be emphasized.

Sport Performance:

Provides students with an understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of the multifaceted aspects of sport performance.

Sport Coaching:

Provides students with a range of knowledge and experiences to become a competent practicing sport coach. Theories and areas of practice covered include the scientific, social scientific and pedagogical aspects of coaching. Clear links will be made to real-life coaching scenarios with a focus on understanding the integrated and complex nature of coaching and all that underlies the practice of quality sport coaching.

Individualized Major(self-designed)

This major affords students the opportunity to design a combination or collection of courses that meets their individual interests and needs, provided that an opportunity to pursue their area of interest is not available through the other four majors. It may also enable students who choose to spend one term or year abroad an opportunity to design a major area of study around their international courses. This must be done in consultation with an Undergraduate Programs Advisor and requires approval of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Programs).

Careers:

Career opportunities for graduates of the Bachelor of Kinesiology include Kinesiologist, Exercise and Fitness Specialist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Coach or further study in areas such as Medicine, Physical Therapy or Athletic Therapy.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Anatomy

Integrative Human Physiology

Physiology of Exercise

Canadian History of Leisure, Sport & Health

Research Methods in Kinesiology

Psychology of Sport & Physical Activity

Advanced Sociology of Sport & Leisure

Applied Ethics in Physical Activity & Sport

Applied Resistance Training

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Kinesiology View 62 other Bachelors in Kinesiology in Canada

Academic requirements

GPA

2

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Only one Language other than English is accepted for admission

Prospective students should consult the Undergraduate Programs Office for the latest list of approved equivalent courses.

Transfer applicants who have completed less than ★24 transferable will be considered high school applicants. If a student in this circumstance has a GPA below 2.0 on their postsecondary coursework they would be admitted on probation. In order to clear this probation they must complete a minimum of ★18 and achieve a minimum GPA of 2.0 over the next Fall/Winter Terms (September - April).

Tuition Fee

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International

33968 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33968 CAD per year during 48 months.
National

7012 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7012 CAD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Edmonton

1201 - 1992 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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