HERE ARE ALL THE COURSES REQUIRED FOR YOUR DEGREE

Here's a complete breakdown of the courses you'll take to graduate with your Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology:

Science: 4 courses

Social science: 2 courses

Math: 1 course

Kinesiology (including 7 labs): 16 courses

Free electives: 12 courses

Kinesiology electives: 7 courses/labs

Kinesiology (including 7 labs): 16 courses

Free electives: 12 courses

Kinesiology electives: 7 courses/labs

Science: 4 courses

Social science: 2 courses

Math: 1 course

This is a sample list of degree requirements. Course offerings and timing may vary depending on year of entry. Visit the academic calendar for a full list of Kinesiology courses.

Our courses are designed to help you develop a deep understanding of how the human body works and moves. You'll examine anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, nutrition, and neuroscience. Many of your Kinesiology courses will feature a hands-on lab component – the best way to bring learning to life.

Kinesiology courses

YOU'LL TAKE ALL 16 OF THESE COURSES

There are seven required labs in this list. Labs are awesome – they allow you to take what you're learning in class and actually put it into practice.

KIN 100 Regional Human Anatomy
KIN 100L Regional Human Anatomy Lab (0.5 course value)
KIN 104 Fundamentals of Kinesiology
KIN 104L Fundamentals of Kinesiology Lab (0.5 course value)
KIN 121 Biomechanics of Human Movement
KIN 121L Biomechanics of Human Movement Lab (0.5 course value)
KIN 146 Introduction to Human Nutrition
KIN 202 Exercise Physiology and Metabolism
KIN 202L Exercise Physiology and Metabolism Lab (0.5 course value)
KIN 204 Movement Assessment and Exercise Prescription (2 course value)
KIN 204L Movement Assessment and Exercise Prescription Lab (1 course value)
KIN 217 Human Biochemistry
KIN 221 Advanced Biomechanics of Human Movement
KIN 221L Advanced Biomechanics of Human Movement Lab (0.5 course value)
KIN 232 Research Design and Statistics
KIN 255 Fundamentals of Neuroscience
KIN 255L Fundamentals of Neuroscience Lab (0.5 course value)
KIN 432 Research Project

OR

KIN 470 Seminar in Kinesiology

Kinesiology electives

YOU'LL CHOOSE SEVEN COURSES FROM THIS LIST

KIN 140L Sport Injury Management Lab
KIN 305 Human Anatomy of the Thorax, Abdomen, and Pelvis
KIN 301 Human Anatomy of the Central Nervous System
KIN 307 Methods in Biochemical and Physiological Research
KIN 308 Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physiology
KIN 310 Development, Aging and Health
KIN 312 Introduction to Neurological Disorders
KIN 320 Task Analysis
KIN 326 Forensic Biomechanics
KIN 327 Trauma Biomechanics
KIN 340 Musculoskeletal Injuries in Sport and Activity
KIN 342 Nutrition and Aging
KIN 343 Micronutrient Metabolism
KIN 346 Human Nutrition and Metabolism
KIN 351 Therapeutic Rehabilitation of Orthopedic Injuries
KIN 352 Sociology of Aging
KIN 354 Psychology of Physical Activity
KIN 356 Sensory Systems Neuroscience
KIN 357 Motor Learning and Neuroplasticity
KIN 359 Cognition, Cognitive Dysfunction and Movement
KIN 360 Concussion
KIN 391 Research Apprenticeship
KIN 397 Strength and Conditioning Program Design for Athletes
KIN 400 Athletic Injury Practicum
KIN 402 Environmental Physiology
KIN 403 Occupational Physiology
KIN 404 Physiology of Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes
KIN 406 Physiology of Muscle Aging and Disease
KIN 407 Cardiovascular Pathophysiology
KIN 414 Clinical Exercise Physiology
KIN 415 Clinical Neurophysiology
KIN 416 Neuromuscular Integration
KIN 418 Physical Activity and Aging
KIN 420 Occupational Biomechanics
KIN 422 Human Posture, Balance and Gait
KIN 425 Biomechanical Modelling
KIN 427 Low Back Disorders
KIN 428 Upper Extremity Disorders
KIN 429 Bone and Joint Health
KIN 431 Research Proposal
KIN 432 Research Project
KIN 433 Senior Essay
KIN 446 Physiological and Biochemical Aspects of Nutrition and Health
KIN 453 Applied Sport Psychology
KIN 455 Brain and Behavioural Development
KIN 459 Cognitive, Emotional and Motor Assessment
KIN 464 Psychology of Injury and Rehabilitation
KIN 470 Seminar in Kinesiology
KIN 471 Contemporary Issues in Kinesiology
KIN 472 Directed Study in Special Topics
KIN 491 Clinical Kinesiology - Sports Injuries Assessment
KIN 492 Exercise Management for Chronic Conditions
KIN 493 Clinical Kinesiology - Movement Assessment Practicum

Science courses

YOU'LL TAKE ALL FOUR OF THESE COURSES

BIOL 130 Introductory Cell Biology
PHYS 111 Physics 1
BIOL 273 Principles of Human Physiology 1
CHEM 120 General Chemistry 1

Math course

YOU’LL CHOOSE ONE COURSE FROM THIS LIST

MATH 124 Calculus and Vector Algebra Kinesiology

OR

MATH 127 Calculus 1 for the Sciences

Social science courses

YOU'LL TAKE BOTH OF THESE COURSES

HEALTH 107 Sociology of Activity, Health, and Well-being
PSYCH 101 Introductory Psychology

Free electives

YOU'LL CHOOSE ALL 12 OF THESE COURSES

Here's your chance to explore! Use these 12 free electives to take courses outside of Kinesiology (like Sociology or Psychology) or to customize your degree within Kinesiology.

COURSE HIGHLIGHT

KIN 400 Athletic Injury Practicum

Help keep Warriors in top physical condition. As a volunteer student trainer, you'll work with a certified athletic therapist and gain experience in sports injury assessment, prevention, and management techniques.

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