2 years at RDC - 2 years at most universities
Kinesiology is the study of the science of movement. The program is designed so that students can complete 2 years of studies in order to transfer to a university and then enter the work force or transfer to a university and complete a Bachelor's degree. The program is designed for students wishing to transfer to the University of Alberta. Transfer to other universities is possible with proper program consultation and careful course selection. For university transfer, the courses you select must meet the program requirements of the specific university chosen.
Admission to a university program may be limited by quota. Entry is based on your academic record. You should expect heavy course and program demands and the need for a competitive GPA if you wish to transfer to a university program.
The objective of the program is to educate and prepare qualified leaders in the field of Kinesiology and Sport Studies who:
- are prepared for employment in related fields and agencies in the private and public sectors
- upon completion of a Bachelor's degree may choose to continue their education at the graduate level
Year 1 courses:
ENGL 219 Essay Composition and Critical Reading
ENGL 220 Literary Analysis
KDNC 200 Spectrum of Dance in Society
KNSS 200 Structural Anatomy
KNSS 204 Introduction to Sociocultural Foundations
KNSS 209 Measurement and Evaluation
KNSS 214 Introduction to Personal Physical Fitness
KNSS 250 Introduction to the Administration of Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Programs
KPAC option (3 credits)
PSYC 260 Basic Psychological Processes
Year 2 courses:
KNSS 201 Biomechanics
KNSS 202 Physiology of Exercise
KNSS 203 Skill Acquisition and Motor Performance
KNSS 205 History of Sport
KNSS 220 Introduction to Athletic Therapy
KNSS 240 Adapted Physical Education
KNSS 307 Growth and Development
KNSS 312 Research Methods in Kinesiology
PSIO 258 Elementary Physiology I
PSIO 259 Elementary Physiology II
NOTE: Please consult the online Course Catalogue for course descriptions http://rdc.ab.ca/programs/academic-calendar/course-catalogue
Two Year University Transfer Program
The RDC Kinesiology and Sport Studies program offers the first 2 years of a Bachelor Degree program in Kinesiology.
This program is designed for students who wish to complete a 2 year program in Kinesiology and Sport Studies in order to continue on to a Bachelor's Degree at another institution. Students wishing to complete the Fitness and Health Promotion Diploma, and transfer to university, need to select the appropriate options and physical activity courses. (See an Academic Advisor.)
For the most current university program and transfer information, see the Planning Guides in Academic Advising.
The program offers university transfer to the following programs:
The University of Alberta:
- Bachelor of Kinesiology
Note: The Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation at the University of Alberta dedicates entrance into the Bachelor of Kinesiology program for 30 students transferring from the RDC Bachelor of Kinesiology Transfer program who have between 45 and 60 transferable credits and a minimum GPA of 3.0 based on the most recent minimum 24 transferable credits. Possession of the minimum average does not guarantee admission to the program and admission may be competitive based on applications.
Transfer to other programs and other universities is possible. See an Academic Advisor.
Related Link: Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. Visit the Admissions page for detailed group descriptions.
Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
- English Language Arts 30-1
- Biology 30
- Subject from Group A or C
- Subject from Group A or C
- Subject from Group B, C, or Physical Education 30 (5 credit), or Recreation Leadership (REC) Advanced Level-Career and Technology.
*Mathematics 30-2 is acceptable for admission as a Group C subject, however only one of Mathematics 30-1 and Mathematics 30-2 may be used for admission purposes.
*Only one Language other than English is accepted for admission.
Note: If you are applying to the Faculty of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary, you must present ELA 30-1, Biology 30, Math 30-1 and Chemistry 30 for admission. For the U of C - Exercise and Health Physiology Major - Math 30-1 (minimum grade of 70%) is required. Math 31 is recommended. For the U of C - Biomechanics Major - Math 30-1 (minimum grade of 70%) and Math 31 are required; Physics 30 is recommended.
Note: If you are applying to the University of Alberta Bachelor of Science Kinesiology (BScKin), admission to this program requires the following high school subject requirements - ELA 30-1, Chemistry 30, Math 30-1, Physics 30, and one of Biology 30 or Physical Education 30 (5 credits) or approved 35 level equivalent (5 credit), including Exercise Science 35, Sports Medicine 35 or Sport Performance 35.
Note: Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency in addition to the program admission requirements.
Note: Students with Study Permits that are admitted to a program that has a practicum or clinical placement in childcare, primary/secondary school teaching or health service field occupations must complete their Medical Authorization as required by Citizenship and Immigration Canada one month prior to the start of classes.
You must successfully complete all courses within the program and achieve a minimum cululative GPA of 2.00 to receive a Diploma in University Transfer Studies.
- Kinesiologist
- Coach
- Sports Program Supervisor
- Fitness Programmer
- Personal Trainer
- Recreation Therapist
- Occupational and Physiotherapist
- Civic and recreation departments
- Healthcare Agencies