Kinesiology

Applicants to the named degree; each secondary-school, university or alternate option retains its own conditions

• Option 1: Secondary school (for students with secondary school graduation only)
• In order to be admitted to the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program, applicants must have completed the following requirements (see Note 1): B.C. secondary school graduation or equivalent. English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 with a minimum grade of C+ (see Note). Note: Students may also present English 12, English Literature 12, English 12 First Peoples, AP English, or IB English A (standard level or higher level), or out-of-province equivalent. One of Statistics 12, Foundations of Mathematics 12, or Pre-calculus 12 with a minimum grade of C. One of Anatomy and Physiology 12, Biology 12, Chemistry 12, or Physics 12 with a minimum grade of C+ (see Note). Note: Students following the Exercise Science specialization will need to meet the prerequisites for BIO 111 . Physical and Health Education 11 and/or 12 recommended, or participation in athletic or recreational physical activity. Option 2: University entrance (for students who have attended some post-secondary school) In order to be admitted to the second year of the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program, applicants must have completed the following requirements: One of KIN 163 or KIN 170 with a minimum grade of C+. English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 with a minimum grade of C+ (see Note); or completion of ENGL 105 or CMNS 125 with a minimum grade of C-. Note: Students may also present English 12, English Literature 12, English 12 First Peoples, AP English, or IB English A (standard level or higher level), or out-of-province equivalent. One of Statistics 12, Foundations of Mathematics 12, or Pre-calculus 12 with a minimum grade of C; or completion of one of STAT 104, STAT 106 , or PSYC 110 . An additional 12 university-level credits (either KIN or non-KIN) with an overall GPA of 2.33. Option 3: Departmental discretionary admission The Kinesiology department will consider applicants with relevant experience, even though they may not possess the required GPA, course grades, or course currency necessary for entry into the degree program. Students may be required to complete one or more lower-level courses to satisfy any course deficiencies. The Kinesiology department will exercise its discretion in such cases with respect to conditional acceptance into the program. Note: Students must contact the Kinesiology department for further information regarding eligibility and a written statement of permission to apply under this option. Applicants must meet the Degree/diploma level English language proficiency requirement. For details on how this requirement may be met, see the English language proficiency requirement section of the calendar. Students who do not meet these requirements might consider Qualifying Studies . When to apply Application dates for specific intake applications: Semester First day to apply Application deadline Fall (September) October 1 January 31 Winter (January) May 1 August 31 Summer (May) October 1 December 31 How to apply Apply online at ufv.ca/admissions/apply . Additional documents required for a complete application: For second-year university entrance, Official transcripts (or interim transcripts) from all post-secondary institutions attended (excluding UFV) showing grade/course achievement as per entrance requirements. To be considered official, transcripts must be sent directly to UFV from the originating institution; see the Transfer Credit section for details. For direct entry from secondary school, students must submit an official secondary school transcript if they have graduated. For students currently in Grade 12, final grades are due August 3. Upon admission to the program applicants will be provided with a registration information package. A deposit is required prior to registration (see the Fees and Other Costs section) and will be applied toward tuition fees. Basis for admission decision Applicants must meet the minimum standard for entry. Applicants who qualify will be offered seats in order (from highest to lowest) of one of the following: For secondary school entrance, an admission GPA calculated on the three required courses above. For university entrance, a cumulative GPA based on all university credits attempted. Applicants who do not meet the minimum standard may be admitted to Qualifying Studies . Fees and additional costs See the Fees and Other Costs section. Program duration The Bachelor of Kinesiology program can be completed in four years of full-time study, with students taking 10 courses per calendar year. Location The Human Performance Centre is located on the Chilliwack campus at the Canada Education Park. Courses are offered in Abbotsford and Chilliwack. All students should expect to travel between campuses during their program. Prerequisites A prerequisite is a requirement which must be met before a student enters a course or program. A D grade does not, unless otherwise stated, meet a prerequisite requirement. Students who do not have the stated prerequisite may not register in a course having these requirements without the permission of the instructor. Program requirements To qualify for the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree, students must meet the following requirements: 120 total credits 48 upper-level credits, including at least 38 upper-level KIN credits (including core) (see Notes 1 and 2) Core course requirements (49 credits) One area of specialization in Kinesiology, declared by the completion of 60 credits (see Note 3) (18–22 credits) Literacy requirement (3 credits) Numeracy requirement (3–4 credits) Breadth requirements (12 credits of non-KIN courses) Note 1: Any 300- and 400-level courses are acceptable for the remaining 10 upper-level credits, including additional KIN courses. Depending on which professional program and institution students are applying to, admission requirements can include specific Biology, Chemistry, Math, Physics, and/or Psychology courses. Students should consult the Kinesiology program advisor to be certain that their choice of electives provides the proper requirements to fit their career choice. Note 2: Many upper-level courses require lower-level prerequisites; students are advised to plan and select electives carefully. Note 3: Students who fail to declare a specialization by 60 credits will have registration in further courses blocked. Students may only choose one specialization. Program outline Core courses: 49 credits Course Title Credits One of: 3 KIN 103 Concepts of Physical Fitness KIN 160 Contemporary Health Issues Plus: KIN 161 Introduction to Kinesiology 3 KIN 163 Introduction to Exercise Physiology 4 KIN 170 Basic Human Anatomy 4 KIN 215 Introduction to Biomechanics 3 KIN 260 Topics in Human Nutrition 3 KIN 261 Sociocultural Aspects of Physical Activity and Sport 3 KIN 266 Exercise and Sport Psychology 3 KIN 268 Introduction to Motor Learning and Control 3 KIN 270 Human Physiology I 4 KIN 272 Human Physiology II 4 KIN 301 Research Methods in Kinesiology 3 KIN 365 Physical Growth and Motor Development 3 KIN 481 Applied Ethics for Health Sciences 3 KIN 401 Undergraduate Thesis I 3 or KIN 455 Professional Experience in Kinesiology Active Health specialization: 18-19 credits The Active Health specialization provides preparation for students who are pursuing careers in health and wellness, specifically community health and fitness, athletic therapy, sports psychology, and fitness management and recreation, and those planning to continue onto graduate school. Course Title Credits BUS 100 Introduction to Business 3 KIN 360 Health Programming Across the Lifespan 3 KIN 362 Theoretical Exercise Physiology 3 KIN 366 Applied Counselling Skills for Fitness Professionals 3 KIN 465 Adapted Physical Activity 3 One of: 3-4 KIN 350 Stress and Chronic Disease KIN 371 Introduction to Athletic Injuries KIN 451 Program Planning for Health Promotion KIN 462 Advanced Exercise Testing and Prescription KIN 463 Advanced Clinical Exercise Therapy Exercise Science specialization: 21–22 credits The Exercise Science specialization provides preparation for students who are pursuing careers as a practicing Kinesiologist or Exercise Specialist, those planning to go to graduate school, and/or those who are using their kinesiology degree in preparation for admittance to a professional program such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy, massage therapy, medicine, or chiropractics. Course Title Credits BIO 111 Introductory Biology I 5 KIN 362 Theoretical Exercise Physiology 3 KIN 363 Lab-Based Exercise Physiology 3 KIN 462 Advanced Exercise Testing and Prescription 4 KIN 463 Advanced Clinical Exercise Therapy 3 One of: 3–4 KIN 350 Stress and Chronic Disease KIN 371 Introduction to Athletic Injuries KIN 435 Ergonomics and Occupational Biomechanics KIN 460 Macronutrients: Applications to Sport and Disease KIN 461 Vitamins and Minerals: Applications to Sport and Disease KIN 470 Pathophysiology Note: Students pursuing Personal Training may also wish to pursue a Business minor . Literacy requirement: 3 credits Course Title Credits ENGL 105 Academic Writing 3 or CMNS 125 Introduction to Professional Communication Numeracy requirement: 3–4 credits Course Title Credits One of: 3–4 STAT 104 Introductory Statistics STAT 106 Statistics I PSYC 110 Applied Statistical Analysis in Psychology (see Note) Note: Students pursuing a Biology minor should be aware that PSYC 110 does not satisfy the requirements of that program. Breadth requirements: 12 credits Course Title Credits 12 credits of non-KIN at the 100 level or higher 12 Minors in other programs Students completing requirements for the Bachelor of Kinesiology may combine this with the requirements for any of the existing minors or Arts extended minors offered at UFV, with the exception of the Biology extended minor. In such cases, the transcript will specify both the Bachelor of Kinesiology and extended minor or minor program completed. Examples of such minors include those in Arts (see this section for a listing of Arts minors), Science ( Biology for Kinesiology students , Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics), Business Administration (see this section for the Business minor), and Criminal Justice. For examples of Arts extended minors, please see this section for the listing. In order to complete the degree in a timely fashion, students wishing to combine the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree with any minor and/or Arts extended minor (except Biology extended minor) must seek approval of the appropriate program advisors. Students should be aware that if they choose to fulfill the requirements of both the Kinesiology degree and a minor or an Arts extended minor, they will most likely need to complete more than 120 credits in order to meet all requirements, and that they will need to meet the graduation/program requirements for both the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree and the selected minor or extended minor. Transfer credit Total transfer and prior learning credit into the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree must not exceed 90 credits. Program continuance Students must maintain a minimum CGPA of 2.00 for continuance in the program. In addition, a minimum CGPA of 2.00 must be maintained in the upper-level courses when considered separately. Undergraduate continuance Students enrolled in undergraduate courses (courses numbered 100 or higher) must maintain an undergraduate Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 2.00 to remain enrolled in Good Academic Standing at UFV. Students in Good Academic Standing will have no registration limits placed on them. Failure to meet the minimum CGPA requirement will result in restrictions on registration and may eventually lead to academic suspension from undergraduate studies at UFV. Students on Academic Warning or Academic Probation are limited to registering in 10 credits. For further details, see the Academic standing and undergraduate continuance section of the academic calendar. Academic standing is governed by UFV's Undergraduate Continuance policy (92) . Course repetition Students are not permitted to register for the same course more than three times. Students wishing to register for a course for a fourth time should connect with the Student Rights and Responsibilities Office . A maximum of six upper-level repeats are permitted. Where a course has been repeated, only the higher grade is counted in the GPA calculation. Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition Students may receive credit for learning from previous studies or learning through experience. Credit for courses in the program can be obtained through articulated course transfer credit, challenge exams, or portfolio assessment. Contact the department for more information regarding Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition. Course withdrawal deadlines Course withdrawal deadlines follow UFV's Course Withdrawal policy (81) . Readmission Students who have been admitted to a program at UFV and who do not register in the first semester, or who withdraw completely in the first semester of attendance, must apply for readmission. Students who do not attend courses in the program for one year must also apply for readmission. Graduation requirements Students are responsible for ensuring they are eligible to graduate, and should regularly consult with an Academic Advisor. To be eligible to graduate, students must have completed the Bachelor of Kinesiology program with a minimum program GPA of 2.00. Students must apply for graduation in the first month of their final semester. Visit the Graduation webpage for more information. The final deadline for students who wish to attend the June Convocation ceremony is April 1 of each year, with all program requirements completed by April 30. Course listings For complete details on courses see the course descriptions section. Return to main Kinesiology page

Only applicants whose stated degree-entry route requires eligibility for this course

• Prerequisite(s): (C+ or better in English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12) or evidence of meeting the Degree/diploma-level English language proficiency standard: www.ufv.ca/calendar/current/General/EnglishProficiency.htm.

Degree applicants; transcripts, deposits or pre-acceptance documents apply at the named stage

• Apply online at ufv.ca/admissions/apply . Additional documents required for a complete application: For second-year university entrance, Official transcripts (or interim transcripts) from all post-secondary institutions attended (excluding UFV) showing grade/course achievement as per entrance requirements. To be considered official, transcripts must be sent directly to UFV from the originating institution; see the Transfer Credit section for details. For direct entry from secondary school, students must submit an official secondary school transcript if they have graduated. For students currently in Grade 12, final grades are due August 3. Upon admission to the program applicants will be provided with a registration information package. A deposit is required prior to registration (see the Fees and Other Costs section) and will be applied toward tuition fees.

Bachelor of Kinesiology; current directory and standing calendar table

• The current directory offers Fall 2027 and Summer 2027 applications. Winter 2028 applications open May 1, 2027.
• January 31, August 31 and December 31 are the calendar’s standing Fall, Winter and Summer application dates; no closing-year ISO date is inferred.
• Current Grade 12 final records are due August 3. A registration deposit is required after admission, without a fixed date in the programme instructions.

Canadian citizens and permanent residents; general UFV eligibility is distinct from a degree offer

• General eligibility can be established by BC secondary graduation/equivalent, at least 9 UFV or transferable postsecondary credits with GPA 2.00 across all attempted credits, or age 19 by the first class day. The age 17 and one-year-out-of-school alternative is only for preparatory programmes.
• Most postsecondary programmes still require secondary graduation/equivalent, while some accept mature or postsecondary-credit applicants. The chosen programme controls prerequisites, grades, written statements and references. Postsecondary English proficiency is also required. Meeting a general category does not waive these conditions or guarantee a competitive seat. No held numeric admission minimum is changed.

Applicants educated outside BC in Canadian secondary schools or Quebec CEGEP

• Grade 12 graduation is the stated equivalent for Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario graduates from 2003 onward, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, PEI, Newfoundland, Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut. The Quebec equivalent is secondary school plus one full academic year at CEGEP. Ontario graduates before 2003 follow the separately published six-OAC/Grade 13 legacy rule.
• UFV establishes equivalents for required BC school subjects and accepts equivalent approved Grade 12 courses from other jurisdictions. A graduation equivalence does not remove subject prerequisites. The separately linked international credential inventory has not been certified.

Full IB Diploma, ABE Provincial diploma, BC Adult Graduation diploma or GED applicants

• These completed credentials may be considered equivalent to BC secondary graduation. Where a programme or course requires a particular secondary-school subject, the applicant must still provide an official transcript showing its final grade. IB Standard/Higher Level diploma courses and AP courses are usually accepted as the same-discipline Grade 12 academic equivalent, subject to the actual assessment.

Applicants who do not meet stated admission requirements

• Apply to UFV and submit a rationale, transcripts and a UFV advisor/counsellor reference with the Special Admission request to the Admissions Manager for Undergraduate Education Committee consideration. Testing, provincial examinations, an interview or an essay may also be required. The policy advises applying at least one month before the semester. A petition does not guarantee admission or waive a programme prerequisite automatically.

Previously admitted UFV students

• Readmission is required after one calendar year without attending courses, failure to register in the first semester, or complete withdrawal during the first semester. Some Health Sciences and Trades programmes require continuous enrolment, so their programme rules must be checked separately.