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Bachelor Programme

Kinesiology (BSc)

The Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology is a science-focused degree in human movement, exercise science and athletic performance. It concentrates on promoting health, preventing and managing chronic disease, and improving human performance. The faculty also offers a broader, interdisciplinary Bachelor of Kinesiology (BKin) for students who want a less science-heavy route.

University

University of Alberta

Country

Canada

Level

Bachelor

Field

Kinesiology

Duration

4 years

Language

English

Campus

Edmonton (North Campus)

Degree

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology

Intake

September

Application Deadline

March 1, 2027 (high school applicants; final documents due August 1, 2027). Admission is rolling, so applying early is encouraged

Tuition Information

International: CAD 39,233 per year guaranteed tuition for students who entered in Fall 2026 (Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation rate, fixed for years 1-4). Rates for Fall 2027 entrants will be stated in the offer of admission. Canadian students: 2026/27 tuition is CAD 729.36 per standard 3-credit course; U of A's first-year estimate for a general Arts program is CAD 7,200 tuition plus about CAD 3,700 for books, supplies and fees. The international guarantee covers instructional tuition only; non-instructional fees, books and housing are extra.

Admission Requirements

  • Alberta: English Language Arts 30-1, Chemistry 30, Mathematics 30-1, Physics 30, plus one physical education or math/science subject
  • International curricula: English, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, plus one physical education or math/science subject
  • Recent admission-average range (past three cycles): mid to high 80s (BSc in Kinesiology)
  • Minimum 70% average across the five required subjects (Grade 12 marks of 50%+ in each); admission is competitive and meeting the minimum does not guarantee an offer
  • IB: HL or SL courses may be used. Full IB Diploma students present the five admission subjects the program requires, and predicted grades can be submitted
  • English language proficiency is required of all applicants. It can be shown through three or more years of full-time study in English, approved courses, or tests: IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0), TOEFL iBT 90 (no section below 21) for tests before January 21, 2026, or 4.5 overall (no band below 4.5) on the new scale, Duolingo 120 (no integrated subscore below 100), PTE Academic 61 (no skill below 60) or CAEL 70 (no band below 60)
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