Overview

Kinesiology is the art and science of human movement, and at Vancouver Island University, the Kinesiology program is your foundation for careers in education, research, rehabilitation sciences (occupational therapy, physical therapy, and massage therapy), coaching, personal training, sports management, and administration and many others.

Students will explore the nature of human movement and learn essential skills to improve quality of life through activity and exercise.

Educational Opportunity

The program provides a broad foundation in many aspects of kinesiology and exposes students to diverse learning environments and applied experiences including lectures, labs, activity classes, online learning, and applied research and scholarship.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Human Anatomy

Dynamics of Motor Skills Acquisition

Human Physiology

Physical Growth and Motor Development

Applied Exercise Physiology and Prescription

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nanaimo, Canada

Disciplines

Kinesiology View 62 other Bachelors in Kinesiology in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

General admission requirements apply.

A minimum grade of "C+" in English 12, or equivalent.

A minimum grade of "C+" in Anatomy and Physiology 12, or equivalent.

Foundations of Mathematics 11 or Pre-calculus 11, or equivalent.

Student insurance

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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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Tuition Fee

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International

24473 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24473 CAD per year during 48 months.
National

5092 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5092 CAD per year during 48 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Kinesiology.

Available Scholarships

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