2 years at RDC - 2 years at most universities
(3 years for a combined Education degree)

Two Year University Transfer Program

The RDC Kinesiology and Sport Studies program offers the first 2 years of a variety of Bachelor Degree programs.

This program is designed for students who wish to complete the 2-year General Diploma in Kinesiology and Sport Studies and continue on to a Bachelor's Degree. Students wishing to complete the Adapted Physical Education or Fitness & 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
• Bachelor of Kinesiology/Bachelor of Education (5 year combined program)
• Bachelor of Science 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. 

The University of Calgary:

• Bachelor of Kinesiology - BKin

Transfer to other programs and other universities is possible.  See an healthsciences [at] rdc [dot] ab [dot] ca (Academic Advisor).

• elementary schools
• secondary schools
• colleges and universities
• community centres
• corporate setting
• municipal recreation departments
• provincial sport organizations
• private fitness centres
• sport clubs
• private enterprise
• health care
• youth services
• rehabilitation centres
• outdoor pursuits
• volunteer organizations
• government agencies

Kinesiology is the study of the science of movement. The program is designed so that students can complete a 2-year diploma, 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 and the University of Calgary. 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
• are prepared for teaching and coaching careers in school systems
• may choose to continue their education at the graduate level

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:

1. English 30-1
2. Subject from Group C (Biology 30 highly recommended)

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: Admission requirements are under review. Applicants are advised that the following will be required for admission to Fall, 2020:  Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:

1. English Language Arts 30-1
2. Biology 30
3. Subject from Group A or C
4. Subject from Group A or C
5. 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: 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 pass 20 term university transfer courses or a minimum of 60 credit hours, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 to receive a Diploma in University Transfer Studies.

Year 1 courses (all transfers):

KNSS 200- Structural Anatomy
KNSS 201 - Biomechanics
KNSS 204 - Intro to Sociocultural Foundations
KNSS 240 - Adapted Physical Education
KNSS 270 - Leadership and Instruction in PE
KDNC 200 - Spectrum of Dance in Society
KPAC- Physical Activity course
ENGL 219 - Essay Composition and Critical Reading
ENGL 220 - Literary Analysis

One of:
KNSS 214 - Intro to Personal Physical Fitness or
KNSS 210 - Personal Fitness and Wellness

Year 2 courses are dependent on specific University transfers. For the most current university program and transfer information, see the Planning Guides in Academic Advising. Or connect with an healthsciences [at] rdc [dot] ab [dot] ca (Academic Advisor).