Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Health Studies

About this programme

Study the science of the human body in motion and learn about the physiological, biomechanical, psychological and socio-cultural factors that influence human movement, exercise and sport participation, and health. From the structure of the cell to the structure of society, your studies in Kinesiology will expose you to the complex factors that influence health and wellness. High school prerequisites from Ontario include (new for students entering Fall 2026): Check the Queen's Viewbook for prerequisites from outside of Ontario. Required first year courses: HLTH 101/3.0, KNPE 125/3.0, KNPE 153/3.0, KNPE 167/3.0, PSYC 100/6.0. In addition to innovative, engaging, lecture-based learning the School of Kinesiology and Health Studies offers unique course opportunities. Experiential learning opportunities including the Athletic Therapy and Strength and Conditioning 'mini-streams' that allow students to take theory out of the classroom and gain professional skills working with student athletes. Lab courses such as the Exercise Physiology Laboratory give students truly hands-on expertise in measuring/ assessing human performance and function. Professors encourage inquiry-based learning with a series of research courses that build from Research Methods, to a Research Internship in a research lab or program, to a fourth-year Honours Thesis. In first year you will have the chance to explore the foundations of Human Physiology, Biomechanics, Sport Sociology, Psychology, and Health Studies, along with 12.0 units of electives, most commonly in the natural and physical sciences..