Bachelor of Kinesiology (BKin)

Wilfrid Laurier University

The Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education (KPE) features a broad selection of core courses that reflect our integrated and multidisciplinary approach to the study of human movement, physical activity and sport, followed by opportunities to select from a wide range of elective courses and to choose one of four optional concentrations.Core Courses Sociocultural courses exploring historical and philosophical foundations and sociological examinations of physical activity, sport and the body. Lab/tutorial-supported courses in human regional anatomy, human physiology, exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor learning and control, and inferential statistics. Foundational courses introducing you to key concepts in sport and exercise psychology, health and research methods. Fundamental and applied movement-based courses actively exploring key concepts related to physical literacy and athlete development, as well as teaching and coaching physical activity and sport.Concentrations and Elective CoursesOur program features four areas of concentration: Athletic Performance and Injury Management, Movement, Health and Development Physical Activity Education and Promotion, Sport Development and Management

Faculty of Science