Bachelor of Kinesiology (BKin) in Motor and Psychosocial Aspects of Movement

Contact Information

Location: Kinesiology B 142/143
Email address: knesinfo@ucalgary.ca
Website: kinesiology.ucalgary.ca

Introduction

The origins of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary date back to 1961 when the School of Physical Education was founded. In 1994, the name was changed to the Faculty of Kinesiology. Today, the faculty's curriculum and majors are recognized and accredited by the Canadian Council of University Physical Education and Kinesiology Administrators (CCUPEKA). The Faculty of Kinesiology offers a world-class environment for research and learning as well as superb training facilities for coaches and athletes at the varsity, community and Olympic level. The Faculty continues to work to improve the health and mobility of our society through our renowned research, which provides evidence of the benefits of exercise for all ages and demographics. Kinesiology students receive high-quality and relevant, experiential learning opportunities that inform their future careers and contribute to the research and scholarship in the faculty and the university. The Faculty is also the home of the successful Dinos varsity teams, Olympic Oval, Active Living, Outdoor Centre, Sport Medicine Centre and the Human Performance Lab.

Undergraduate Programs

In addition to a core curriculum, all undergraduate students pursuing a combined or concurrent degree with another faculty, refer to the Combined Degrees chart for a list of allowable combinations.

The Motor and Psychosocial Aspects of Movement in Kinesiology Major (BKin or BSc) provides a comprehensive education in the areas of behavioural neurosciences, cognition and neuro-motor control, and the application of personality and social psychological principles to the fields of exercise and health psychology, and sport psychology.

Student Affairs

Academic Advisors in the Advising Office are available for program consultation during regular office hours. Students are encouraged to contact the Advising Office a minimum of once per academic year to discuss any aspect of academic programs and student experience.

Kinesiology Student Society (KSS) is an undergraduate club responsible for academic and social activities. The main objective is to build spirit and rapport within the Faculty.