Overview

On the Physical Education And Coaching programme from Douglas College You’ll take a breadth of courses in the areas of teaching and coaching (leadership and pedagogy), human performance (biomechanics, anatomy and physiology), social sciences and humanities (psychology, sociology and philosophy) and more. You can also choose a concentration in kinesiology or health promotion.

Students pursing the Bachelor of Physical Education Kinesiology Concentration are also eligible to apply to the the BC Association of Kinesiologists to become practicing Kinesiologist.

This Douglas College Bachelor’s Degree programme is eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), as IRCC confirmed on March 14, 2025, that graduates of bachelor’s degree programmes are not required to meet the field of study requirements to qualify for a PGWP. Please consult the IRCC website for the most up-to-date information.

Career Pathways

Kinesiologist

Physical Education Teacher

Physiotherapist

Occupational Therapist

Athletic Therapist

Athletic Administrator

Certified Personal Trainer

Community/Provincial/National Level Coach

Exercise Physiologist

Community Recreation Coordinator

Recreation Programmer

Physical Health & Fitness Consultant

Strength & Conditioning Coach

Outdoor Educator

Health Promotion Coordinator

Student Wellness Coordinator

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Anatomy and Physiology

Academic Writing

Sport Ethics

Conditioning for Sport and Physical Activity

Biomechanics

Dynamics of Motor Skill Acquisition

Physical Growth and Motor Development

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International

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For domestic students applications close online at 4:00pm the Friday before the start of each semester.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

83

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PTE Academic

56

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

128 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New Westminster, Canada

Disciplines

Coaching Sport and Exercise Science View 33 other Bachelors in Sport and Exercise Science in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.3

English requirements

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110

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TOEFL^® IBT

83

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56

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum GPA of 2.33 in all completed courses

A minimum of 24 university transfer credits completed or currently enrolled at the time of application.

These courses must include:

Minimum of 9 Sport Science or equivalent credits

BIOL 1109 or BIOL 1103 or equivalent

3 credits of university transfer English

Foundations of Math 11 with a minimum grade of "C", Pre-

Calculus 11 with a minimum grade of "C", or approved equivalent

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Tuition Fees

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6310 CAD / year

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Living costs

New Westminster

Canada

1240 - 1930 CAD / month

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