Bachelor of Kinesiology (BKin)

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Bachelor of Kinesiology (BKin) Program Overview

The Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education offers an undergraduate program that is designed to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue careers or further study, especially relating to physical activity and health.

The BKin program offers several unique features:

Interdisciplinary Curriculum
Students complete 20 full course equivalents from a range of subjects deigned to provide a broad, interdisciplinary education, while allowing for depth of study in areas of interest. To prepare students for a broad range of careers or further study after graduation, required courses across the full spectrum of kinesiology and physical education, including areas such as anatomy and physiology, sport and exercise psychology, motor control, biomechanics and physical cultural studies are offered.  In the upper years of the program, optional courses provide an opportunity for continued breadth or expanding depth of study in one or more areas. In addition, up to three certificates, aligning with the United Nations Sustainability Development Goals and each identifying an area of focus in either Global Kinesiology & Physical Education, Physical Activity Instruction, Clinical Movement Sciences, Foundational Sciences and Research, Mental Health and Physical Activity, Social and Environmental Justice, or Sport Sciences can be pursued. The curriculum also includes one and a half  to six elective full course  equivalents from the course offerings within other divisions within the University, thereby allowing students to pursue a minor in an area of interest.

Applied Learning
To bring learning to life and strengthen the relevance of the curriculum, the program includes several opportunities to engage in applied learning.  Across a number of courses, students are provided opportunities to integrate their theoretical knowledge with applied experiences in health, sport, exercise and physical activity settings.  In the upper years, students may choose to be paired with a mentor in the field to develop professionally related competencies, while obtaining credits towards their BKin degree. 

Research Opportunities
As a result of University of Toronto’s strong, international reputation as a research-intensive university, all students will have the benefit of learning from professors who are actively engaged in research and therefore can bring the most up to date research into the classroom.  In addition to the inclusion of research assignments in courses, three upper year elective courses provide students with the opportunity to work individually with a professor on a research project.

Combined Degree Bachelor of Kinesiology/Master of Teaching (BKin/MT) Opportunity
Students who wish to pursue a formal teaching degree may apply to the graduate program (Master of Teaching) at the University of Toronto’s Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) in their third year of the BKin.  If successful, they will combine their final year in the BKin program with their first year of study in the MT program at OISE by taking two courses that will count towards both degrees.  After they graduate from the BKin program in the spring and ensure they have maintained eligibility requirements, they will continue their studies as full-time MT graduate students in the fall.

Equity and Inclusion
The Faculty has a strong reputation in advancing equity and inclusion through its courses, support services and student-run activities.  Across the four years of the curriculum, students will learn about de/colonization, ethics, power and their intersections and engage in inclusive, anti-oppressive practices related to the field of kinesiology and physical education. Graduates will be well positioned to advocate for and engage in equitable practices in their future academic and/or professional pursuits. 

Student Supports
Students have access to a group of welcoming and highly trained staff members in the Office of the Registrar and Student Services Office.  The Office is an excellent resource that provides and connects students to supports including academic advisors, learning strategists, career educators, accessibility advisors, and embedded wellness counsellors.

 

Bachelor of Kinesiology (BKin)

Program of Study – BKin

The complete BKin program consists of 20 full academic course credits. All students are required to obtain an acceptable (minimum eight-hour) course in each of Standard First Aid and CPR (i.e., Basic Rescuer – level C). Students enrolled prior to 2023/2024 must refer to the calendar of their year of admission for their degree requirements. The degree requirements for each student are based on the year of admission to the Faculty. They are noted in the Calendar for that year.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
(A) Admission with O.S.S.D. Grade 12 or Equivalent
Entrance to first-year is offered to candidates who graduate from the Ontario secondary school program with above average standing in a full academic program. Students must obtain standing in six courses including:

  • English (ENG4U)
  • One of: Biology (SBI4U)/Chemistry (SCH4U)/Physics (SPH4U)
  • One of: Advanced Functions (MHF4U)/Calculus & Vectors (MCV4U)
  • Strongly Recommended: Introductory Kinesiology (PSK4U) or Exercise Science (PSE4U) if available.
  • Recommended: Biology and/or Physics.

NOTES:

  1. Chemistry is strongly recommended for candidates wanting to pursue multiple courses in university level biology. Candidates with aspiration to complete higher year Biology courses are encouraged to complete Grade 12 Chemistry.
  2. Calculus and Biology are required for enrolment in Psychology courses beyond first year and to complete a Minor or Major in Psychology.
  3. Students who are required to present an acceptable English Facility test result are exempt from the Grade 12 English requirement (ENG 4U/EAE4U) and may substitute another Grade 12 U/M course in its place in addition to presenting the Math (Advanced Functions/Calculus & Vectors) and Science (Biology/Chemistry/Physics) requirements.

(B) Admission as a Non-Matriculant
Two potential places have been set aside each year for truly outstanding non-matriculant applicants. A “mature applicant” must have been an Ontario resident for one year, 21+ years of age on October 1, and not completed an Ontario secondary school or equivalent program. Applicants must demonstrate ability and experience, and complete a minimum of one English, one Math (Advanced Functions or Calculus & Vectors) and one of biology/chemistry/physics at the Grade 12 4U or equivalent level. At least one of these three courses must be completed with a “B” standing or higher through the academic bridging program offered at Woodsworth College.

(C) Admission as a Transfer Credit Student
An undergraduate of another university or U of T faculty may be admitted to the BKin program with advanced standing if a high standing has been maintained in previous studies, and if appropriate prerequisites have been completed. In exceptional cases, credit may also be allowed for community college courses.

Additional Requirement – All applicants
An online Statement of Interest including the name and contact information of one referee is required of all applicants. Information on the completion of this form will be provided to applicants after their application is received at the Faculty. Applications will not be considered without the completed Statement of Interest.

Enrolment Requirements:

Full-time Students
A full-time student will take the normal load of 5.0 academic credits as outlined for each year of study and pay a flat rate program fee for the academic year. Students enrolled in less than 4.0 academic credits as of the fee determination dates pay the full time incidental fees, but are eligible to pay on a per-course basis for tuition fees. There are deadlines to meet this eligibility. Students should consult the Student Accounts department website at https://studentaccount.utoronto.ca/ for full details. Students in the program fee band who drop down to the per-course band after the relevant deadlines will be required to pay the full program fee.

Part-time Students
Any individual enrolled in 50% or less of the academic course load may request to be registered as a part-time student for the corresponding year of the program. The maximum course enrolment for part-time study is 2.5 full academic courses. Fees for part-time students are assessed on a per course basis, and have lower incidental charges. Such requests must be made by the appropriate deadlines – after those deadlines students will lose some or all of the potential savings. Refer to the Tuition Fees section of the BKin program website for details.

All Students

Newly admitted students will receive enrolment details by email in June. Dates are posted online and will be communicated to students after admission.

Prior to registration, BKin students are advised to check with their family doctor to ensure that they are adequately immunized and medically able to participate in vigorous physical activity. Students who require special accommodations are required to provide current medical documentation.

Students are advised to fill out the Get Active Questionnaire (https://csep.ca/2021/01/20/pre-screening-for-physical-activity/) to ensure they are ready and able to participate in vigorous physical activity. A reference document accompanying the questionnaire can be found on the same page.

Completion Requirements:

The complete BKin program consists of 20 full academic course credits (40 half-year course credits), and certification in Standard First Aid and CPR level C.

First Year: All of ANA124H1, ANA125H1, KPE100H1, KPE120H1, KPE160H1, KPE161H1, KPE162H1, KPE182H1, KPE190H1, 0.5 Other Division Elective

Second Year: All of KPE200H1, KPE220H1, KPE240H1, KPE260H1, KPE261H1, KPE263H1, KPE264H1,KPE282H1, KPE291H1, 0.5 Other Division Elective

Upper Years: All of KPE334H1, KPE391H1, KPE400H1

Applications: One of KPE326H1/KPE329H1/KPE333H1/KPE340H1/KPE342H1/KPE380H1/KPE423H1/KPE427H1/KPE434H1/KPE461H1

ONE full course equivalent from category A (See categories under 'Search Courses')

ONE HALF (minimum) to FIVE (maximum) full course equivalents from another division of this university (Note: total elective 100 level courses from another division across all four years MUST NOT exceed 1.5)*

TWO (minimum) to SIX and a HALF (maximum) full course equivalents from categories A, B and/or C (See categories under 'Search Courses')

Certification: PAO900H Standard First Aid and CPR level C

GPA: A cumulative GPA of 1.70 or greater

* Only 1.5 credits from another division of the university may be at the first year level. The remainder must be at the second year level or higher.

Degree students are expected to enrol in courses towards the completion of their degree. Students who continue to enrol only in courses not usable towards their degree may be refused further registration.

PAO 900H Standard First Aid and CPR Level C

Students are required to provide proof of certification in Standard First aid and CPR level C during their program of study. Each course should have at least eight hours of instruction, or sixteen hours for a combined course. Lower level certifications (Heartsaver, most emergency first aid) will not be accepted. The certification must be presented to the Office of the Registrar and Student Services Office, where a copy will be filed and this course then added with credit to a student’s transcripts. Many external agencies provide such training, such as the Red Cross, St. John Ambulance, or the Royal Life Saving Society. Other WSIB certified providers are accepted. This certification is also available through instruction offered by the Faculty for a fee that is more advantageous than most external providers. Courses are offered regularly throughout the year and are listed by the Office of the Registrar and Student Services Office and on the Faculty’s website, under Sport and Recreation. Registration can be done on an individual basis online. The fee for any course taken to achieve First Aid and CPR certification will be at the student’s own expense.

Time Limits
To graduate, the full program must be completed within 10 years following initial registration, and all regulations specified when the student was first admitted must be fulfilled. When a period of two or more years has elapsed since completion of a course, the course content will be evaluated relative to current academic requirements in judging whether the candidate has satisfied all of the degree requirements.


About Academic Courses

Prerequisites
Students MUST observe course prerequisites. Students will be withdrawn from courses for which they have not successfully completed the appropriate prerequisites. No marks will be assigned. Course instructors do not have the authority to waive prerequisites.

Corequisites
A requirement to be undertaken concurrently with another course. The corequisite will be waived if a student has previously obtained standing in it.

Exclusions
Students may not enrol in a course that is listed as an exclusion for a course that they are currently taking or for a course they have already passed. If allowed by special permission to enrol in an excluded course, the second course taken will be listed as an “extra” course. Students will be required to withdraw from the course if discovered during the session of enrolment and will be refused degree credit in the excluded course if discovered at any time in a subsequent session.

Year of Standing
Year of standing is calculated as of September. Students who have successfully completed ≥ 3.5 full academic courses are in Year II, ≥ 8.5 full academic courses are in Year III, and ≥ 13.5 full academic courses are in Year IV. 

In Person Learning
The University of Toronto delivers academic programs through an in-person learning environment.  All students should therefore plan to attend on-campus activities in-person in order to successfully complete their program/ degree unless: (i) students have been approved by the University to participate in off-campus activities (such as study abroad or work terms), or (ii) the calendar entry for a program/degree explicitly states that no in-person activities are required. While the University strives to maintain an in-person learning environment, the University reserves the right to alter the manner in which it delivers its courses and co-curricular opportunities in response to health and safety emergencies and public health guidance. 

Hours Per Week
In general, academic courses comprise a minimum of three to four contact hours per week, consisting of lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical instruction and laboratories (in person and/or online).

Availability of Courses
Some optional courses are not offered each year. Students are advised to check timetable offerings, and to carefully plan their course selection priorities to fit the available schedule. For a listing of courses and times offered in the current year, refer to the academic timetable on the Faculty’s website.

For information on which courses are offered and in which term for the current academic year refer to the BKin academic timetable.

 

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