Kinesiology Diploma

About this programme

Explore the science of movement, exercise and human health while building practical skills for careers in fitness, recreation, sport, education and health. Choose from five options and create a pathway that fits your goals, including opportunities to transfer to a bachelor's degree . Diploma Diplomas offer practical, career-focused training and are usually completed in one to two years. They help you gain technical and workplace skills that are in demand across many industries. Full-time You take a regular course load and move through the program at the standard pace. Expect to study most weekdays. Kinesiology explores how physical activity affects health, quality of life and communities . Build a broad foundation in exercise science, anatomy, physiology, nutrition, psychology and biomechanics, then shape your studies around where you want to go. Choose from five options: Fitness, Health Science, Recreation, Education or General Studies . Each option gives you a different pathway into careers or further education, from fitness and recreation to health professions, education and related bachelor's degrees. You will also develop transferable skills in communication, research, critical thinking, leadership and professional practice. Many courses can transfer toward bachelor's degrees in British Columbia and elsewhere. Apply your learning through laboratory activities, fitness and exercise testing, practical methods courses and community program planning. Students may also be eligible for a co-operative education work term between Year 1 and Year 2 . Eligibility requires