Overview
Knowledge is applied to several settings including rehabilitation, adapted physical activity, sport, exercise, and general health in people of varying abilities. You will be prepared for provincial and national professional examinations.
The Kinesiology (Honours) program from University of Ontario Institute of Technology offers three specializations:
Exercise Science
You will focus on exercise physiology, biomechanics, neuroscience and exercise rehabilitation.
Health and Wellness
You will study the psychosocial aspects of kinesiology, particularly areas such as health promotion, health policy, and coaching.
Rehabilitation
An agreement between the university and the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, located in Toronto, Ontario, enables qualified students to complete a Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) degree with a major in Kinesiology, and a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree in seven years instead of eight.
Learning environment
You will have access to new, modern buildings, libraries and innovative labs including the Kinesiology Teaching Laboratory.
Careers
- registered kinesiologist
- certified exercise physiologist (CSEP-CEP)
- certified personal trainer (CSEP-CPT)
- coaching
- ergonomics, workplace health and wellness
- health promotion and public health co-ordinator
- lifestyle counselling
- medical equipment supply and consulting
- professional programs such as medicine, occupational and physical therapy, and chiropractic
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Altered Physiology
- Clinical Biomechanics and Ergonomics (Exercise Science specialization)
- Ethics in Kinesiology
- Exploring Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities (Health and Wellness specialization)
- Health and Exercise Psychology
- Human Motor Control and Learning
- Nutrition and Health
- Practical Human Anatomy (Rehabilitation specialization)
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Human Medicine Health Sciences Kinesiology View 117 other Bachelors in Human Medicine in CanadaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- 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
- Completion of the International Baccalaureate Diploma including English SL or HL. Prerequisite courses can be presented at the Standard or Higher Level with no score lower than 4.
- A minimum overall score of 24 is require for admission consideration; actual admitting scores vary from program to program.
- For Engineering and Science degrees, applicants must present Math SL or HL and/or Further Math HL.
- Final IB results must be sent to the university electronically by the International Baccalaureate office.
- If you are not completing the full IB Diploma, individual IB courses may be considered for admission. Official transcripts and proof of high school graduation must be submitted directly from your institution.
Tuition Fee
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International
29195 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 29195 CAD per year during 48 months. -
National
5982 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5982 CAD per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Oshawa
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
Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Kinesiology (Honours).
Available Scholarships
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