Bachelor of Arts - Human Kinetics

In the Bachelor of Arts - Human Kinetics program, students will pursue a four-year integrated program that focuses on human body movement from a variety of perspectives (athletic therapy, biomechanics, disability, exercise physiology, gender, growth, health, history, motor control, philosophy, physical education, sociology, psychology).

Students will be well-prepared after graduation to enter the work force or apply to professional programs and medical school, or pursue graduate studies.

Movement is essential to life. Students learn how to create, interact, think, grow, communicate, and connect through physical movement. The department’s reputation attracts some of the foremost experts in the field of Human Kinetics who they will interact and have research opportunities with.

Students will study in a program offering breadth, depth and holistic applied approaches (including skill courses like yoga and golf). Opportunities for Service Learning Experiences for physical activity with a variety of individuals: Toddlers (Fit 4 Tots), Children (Fit 4 Life + Gymnastics) Individuals with disabilities (Motor Activities with X: learn to skate for children with autism + sledge hockey) and Seniors (Aging and exercise). This leads to the development of well-rounded graduates who excel in the community directly or in advanced studies.

Students typically pursue Human Kinetics with the intentions of furthering their studies in: Education, Medicine, Coaching, Athletic therapy, Physiotherapy, Occupational therapy, Massage therapy, Chiropractor, Recreational therapy, Fitness training, Exercise instruction, Graduate research in Kinesiology, Administrators with sport governing bodies, Sport event organizing, or Sports policy, Etc.