Physical Education, Bachelor / Education, Bachelor

Program Information
Credential: 
Bachelor's degree
Duration: 

2 years at RDC - 3 years at the U of A

Delivery: 
Main campus
Program Cost Estimates: 

Contact Information

Contact Name: 
Sharon Hamilton
Contact Title: 
Associate Dean
Contact Phone: 
403.342.3400 OR 1.888.732.4630
Contact Email: 
inquire@rdc.ab.ca

Department Information

For more information visit Kinesiology & Sport Studies Department.

University Transfer Program

Two Year University Transfer Program

Kinesiology is the study of the science of human movement. The RDC Kinesiology and Sport Studies program offers the first two years of the BPE/BEd combined programs. Students completing the first two years of the combined degree program will transfer into the BPE program at the U of A for year 3. Upon completion of year 3 (99 credits), they will apply to the BEd Program for year 4 and 5. The program is very competitive and a limited number of spaces are available for transfer applicants into year 3 at the University of Alberta. These programs are highly competitive and limited by quota and acceptance into the combined degree route at the U of A is not guaranteed.

For the most current university program and transfer information, see the Planning Guides in Academic Advising.

The Program

For a general discussion of the Kinesiology and Sports Studies programs, click here.

Career and Employment Opportunities

The program can lead into the following areas of study:

  • adapted physical education
  • athletic therapy
  • fitness and health promotion
  • physical education in schools
  • physical activity leadership
  • tourism and hospitality
  • outdoor education
  • sports administration
  • coaching
  • dance
  • sport sciences
  • physical therapy
  • occupational therapy
Requirements
Admission Requirements: 

Visit the Kinesiology and Sports Studies page for admission requirements.

Graduation Requirements: 

Visit the Kinesiology and Sports Studies page for graduation requirements.

Application Process

Apply for Kinesiology General

Program Content
University of Alberta

Elementary Route

Year 1:

  • KNSS 200 Structural Anatomy
  • KNSS 201 Biomechanics
  • KNSS 204 Sociocultural Foundations of P.E. Leisure and Sport
  • KNSS 240 Adapted Physical Education
  • KNSS 260 Introduction to Coaching Theory
  • KDNC 200 Spectrum of Dance in Society
  • One Physical Activity Course - KPAC/KDNC
  • EDUC 250 The Profession of Teaching
  • ENGL 219/ENGL 220 Essay Composition and Critical Reading/Literary Analysis
  • MATH - choose from MATH 260 or any transferable Math or STAT course

Year 2:

  • PSIO 258 Elementary Physiology I
  • KNSS 202 Physiology of Exercise
  • KNSS 203 Skill Acquisition & Performance
  • KNSS 205 History of Sport
  • KNSS 220 Introduction to Athletic Therapy or KNSS 307 Growth and Development
  • KNSS 250 Intro to the Admin of Sport, Physical Activity, and Recreation Programs
  • KNSS 280 Intro to Outdoor Education*
  • One Physical Activity Courses - KPAC/KDNC
  • KPED 292 Introduction to Elementary School PE
  • EDPY 200 Introduction to Educational Psychology
  • EDIT 302 Instructional Application of Technology

*Participation in KNSS 280 requires that all students complete and return a participant information package in early August. If you do not receive the participant information package by the end of July please contact the Kinesiology Department at 403-342-3201.

Secondary Route

Year 1:

  • KNSS 200 Structural Anatomy
  • KNSS 201 Biomechanics
  • KNSS 203 Skill Acquisition
  • KNSS 204 Sociocultural Foundations of P.E. Leisure & Sport
  • KDNC 200 Spectrum of Dance in Society
  • One Physical Activity Course KPAC/KDNC
  • EDUC 250 The Profession of Teaching
  • ENGL 219/ENGL 220 Essay Composition and Critical Reading/Literary Analysis
  • 2 Minor courses

Year 2:

  • PSIO 258 Elementary Physiology I
  • KNSS 205 History of Sport
  • KNSS 240 Adapted Physical Education
  • KNSS 250 Introduction to the Administration of Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Programs
  • KNSS 253 Psychological Sport Performance
  • KNSS 260 Introduction to Coaching
  • One Physical Activity Course - KPAC/KDNC
  • KPED 294 Introduction to the Movement of Activities of Youth
  • EDIT 302 Instructional Application of Technology
  • 2 Minor Courses

For transfer and course selection specifics it is strongly recommended that students see an Academic Advisor.

Year 1 Course Descriptions

EDUC 250

Examine the different contexts of professional practice including the complex social relationships that exist among educators as professionals and learners as participants in educational institutions. It is recommended that learners complete this course within the first year of the program. Note: Credit cannot be received for both EDFX 203 and EDUC 250 or any equivalent.

ENGL 219

The focus is on formal preparation for university level essay writing and the skills related to critical reading; interpretation; and argument. Prerequisite: ELA 30-1 or English 095 NOTE: Credit will not be granted for both ENGL 219 and ENGL 210.

ENGL 220

The course explores a range of literary genres while continuing to focus on deepening the required structural and critical skills related to thinking and writing about literature. Pre-requisite: Engl 219 NOTE: Credit will not be granted for both ENGL 220 and 210.

KNSS 200

Study of human structure including the systems of the body with emphasis on those involved in human movement. Laboratory work includes the use of various learning tools. Prerequisite: Biology 30 recommended

KNSS 201

Qualitative analysis of human movement; using biomechanical principles.

KNSS 204

The study of the nature; function and role of play; physical education; recreation; leisure and games as a basis for understanding the sociocultural foundations of sport and how contemporary society organizes and transfers attitudes and skills.

KNSS 205

Development of the Olympic Sport Movement and the history of sport and leisure in Canada from colonial times to present providing a foundational understanding of the historical development of sport. Topics will include the historical effect and changes in professionalization; gender roles; culture; Olympic games structure and socialization in Canadian sport and leisure. Prerequisite: KNSS 204

KNSS 240

Current trends; theory and practice in adapted physical activity including an overview of possible changes to task; environment and instruction as it relates to individuals with a disability.

KDNC 200

Theory and practice of dance as a human physical activity. Focus will be on the aesthetic; expressive; and rhythmical aspects of movement in a culture's artistic and social life. Movement; content; techniques; improvisation; and composition in a variety of dance forms; including modern; creative; social; jazz; and folk dance.

KNSS 260

A range of coaching topics; both theoretical and practical. Note: This course meets the standards of N.C.C.P. Part A and part B. Theory.

MATH 260

Critical thinking and problem solving. Tools for problem solving. Numeration systems; system of integers and elementary number theory; modulo mathematics. Rational numbers; ratio and proportion. Introduction to statistics. Prerequisite: Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 or consent of the Department. Note: This course is restricted to Elementary Education students.

Year 2 Course Descriptions

EDIT 302

Examine frameworks; trends; issues and futuristic scenarios regarding the role of technology in education. Gain hands-on-experience using technology with emphasis on strategies to integrate technology into the curriculum. Prerequisite: EDUC 250 or permission of the department. Note: Credit cannot be received for both EDPY 302 and EDIT 302.

EDPY 200

This course deals with the teaching-learning process and student behaviour. It includes theory; research and illustrations; all dealing with classroom applications of psychological principles. Topics will include the development of the student in the cognitive; moral; gender; psycho-social and sexual domains; theories of cognition; learning and motivation.

KNSS 203

Theory of skill aquisition; motor learning; and performace in a variety of sports; physical activities; and recreation.

KNSS 205

Development of the Olympic Sport Movement and the history of sport and leisure in Canada from colonial times to present providing a foundational understanding of the historical development of sport. Topics will include the historical effect and changes in professionalization; gender roles; culture; Olympic games structure and socialization in Canadian sport and leisure. Prerequisite: KNSS 204

KNSS 220

Athletic therapy in theory and practice. Sports medicine; care and prevention of injuries; and safety in athletics and physical education. Prerequisite: KNSS 200

KNSS 240

Current trends; theory and practice in adapted physical activity including an overview of possible changes to task; environment and instruction as it relates to individuals with a disability.

KNSS 250

Basic knowledge and skills needed to administer a sport; physical activity; or recreation program.

KNSS 260

A range of coaching topics; both theoretical and practical. Note: This course meets the standards of N.C.C.P. Part A and part B. Theory.

KNSS 280

Concepts and experiences in outdoor education and leadership are explored through a four day fall camp held during the fourth week of August followed by weekly lectures. (See course notation in the Kinesiology and Sport Studies Program Description of the Academic Calendar)

KPED 292

This course provides theoretical and practical experiences in teaching and planning physical education. Emphasis is on physical literacy and developmentally appropriate activities for elementary school aged children 5-12.

KPED 294

A wide range of physical activities and important underlying concepts. Emphasis is on understanding concepts which relate to games; skills; and activities.

KNSS 253

The course provides an introduction to sport psychology and mental performance with a focus on understanding human behavior in physical activity and sport. This course examines the prespectives of sport psychology in conjunction with personality and social psychology.

PSIO 258

This course is an introduction to the essentials of human physiology. The main focus of this course is on systemic functions in the human body with emphasis on systems that respond and adapt to exercise stress. The course will focus on the cardiovascular; respiratory; musculoskeletal; nervous and endocine systems. Pre/Corequisite: KNSS 200