Kinesiology
The science of human movement - pathway to physiotherapy, medicine, and sport science.
Kinesiology is the scientific study of human movement and physical activity. Students study anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, exercise physiology, and motor control. It is the primary pathway to physiotherapy school in Canada and also feeds into medicine, athletic therapy, sport management, and fitness science.
Admission Average
high 80s at most schools (Tier 2 (85-91%))
Typical High School Prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Biology
- Chemistry (recommended)
- One additional U/M course
Skills You'll Build
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Biomechanical Analysis
- Exercise Prescription
- Injury Prevention & Rehab
- Health Coaching
Program Facts
- Typical length: 4 years
- Co-op available: No
- Graduate school: Common path
- Demand outlook: Stable Growth
Top Universities
- University of British Columbia – Vancouver, BC
- University of Toronto – Toronto, ON
- McMaster University – Hamilton, ON
- University of Alberta – Edmonton, AB
- Dalhousie University – Halifax, NS
Kinesiology Admission Averages by University
- Kinesiology at University of Waterloo – high 80s
- Kinesiology at McMaster University – high 80s
- Kinesiology at Western University – high 80s
- Kinesiology at University of Guelph – high 80s
- Kinesiology at Wilfrid Laurier University – high 80s
- Kinesiology at Brock University – high 80s
- Kinesiology at University of Calgary – high 80s
- Kinesiology at Acadia University – high 80s
- Kinesiology at St. Francis Xavier University – high 80s
- Kinesiology at University of Alberta – mid-to-high 80s
- Kinesiology at University of Manitoba – mid-to-high 80s
- Kinesiology at University of Saskatchewan – mid-to-high 80s
- Kinesiology at University of Regina – mid-to-high 80s
- Kinesiology at University of New Brunswick – mid-to-high 80s
- Kinesiology at York University – high 70s-80s
Careers This Major Leads To
- Physiotherapist – Entry $70,000
- Registered Nurse (RN) – Entry $65,000
- Teacher – Entry $50,000