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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology & Health Science

Course code: #YHC

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology & Health Science

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $35,148 CAD

  • Application fee

    $130 CAD

  • Duration

    3 years

  • PGWP

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    60 out of 100

Highlights
Practicum

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-September 01-February-2024 2024-02-01
Fall-September 01-February-2025 2025-02-01
Fall-September 01-February-2026 2026-02-01

Overview

Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology & Health Science

York's Kinesiology & Health Science program was ranked among the top ten programs in Ontario by the 2022 Shanghai Ranking’s Global Ranking of Sport Science Schools and Departments.

Kinesiology & Health Science is the study of human movement and the relationship between physical activity and health. 

Most students enter the Kinesiology and Health Science Program because they have a keen interest in physical activity and health and plan to work in an applied health or education field.

York has one of the largest course offerings in Kinesiology in Canada, including more than 50 professionally focused practicum courses that let you apply your studies to everything from game strategy and injury assessment to event management.

York's Kinesiology & Health Science program includes:

  • academic theory
  • laboratory
  • tutorial
  • physical activity practica experiences

You will take a common core of required academic courses that encompass the major areas of emphasis in the discipline:

  • aging
  • anatomy
  • athletic therapy
  • epidemiology
  • ergonomics/biomechanics
  • health promotion
  • physiology and metabolism
  • teaching and coaching
  • sociocultural and policy perspectives
  • sport administration
  • sport psychology

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$42,566

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $9,144
Accommodation 1 bed room $7,418
Tuition 1 person $35,148

Hourly wage

Min wage

16.55 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Course Descriptions
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
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listening
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writing
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speaking
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TOEFL

88
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writing
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reading

PTE

60
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listening
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writing
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speaking
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reading

Cambridge

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Language pathway (conditional offer) is available
Academic ProgramDestination York ProgramYUBridge Studies ProgramGraduate Studies Preparation ProgramIELTS AcademicRevised TOEFL IBTTOEFL Paper BaseDuolingo
1 / 2    2.5363300-39
3   3.54438040
4   45240055
5   4.55641070
6 YUBridge T1 5 (Min 5 in Writing)64 (Min 16 in Writing)46080
7PreDyGSPP Term 15.56952595
8DYYUB T2676550105
9GSPP Term 26 No Score Below 6.086568115

Minimum Score Required

for Direct Entry

  6.588N/A120

 

  • Levels AP1-AP5 focus on helping build a solid foundation of English proficiency in all four language skills: Reading, writing, listening and speaking.
  • Students who successfully complete Level AP5 may apply to the York University English Language Institute’s YUBridge Program, where they can take a class for academic credit while completing the remainder of their language proficiency requirements to be admitted to York.
  • Levels AP6-AP9 focus on the language, critical thinking and study skills required to be a successful student in a university or college setting where English is the language of instruction.
  • Students who successfully complete Level AP6 are eligible to apply for Conditional Admission* to York University. Students with conditional acceptance are also eligible to apply to the Pre-Destination York Program.

 

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Academic background and requirement

India:

  • Completion of one of the following:
    • All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE)
    • Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
    • Indian School Certificate (ISC)
    • Intermediate Examination Certificate
    • Pre-University Examination CertificatePre-University Examination Certificate
  • Grade XII math
  • Grade XII chemistry or Grade XII physics

China:

  • Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate
  • Grade 12 math
  • Grade 12 chemistry or Grade 12 physics

Iran: 

  • Graduation Before 2019 (old system): Peesh-daneshgahii/Pre-university Year Certificate;
  • Graduation After 2019 (new system): Diplom-Metevaseth National High School Diploma

Note: Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years

GPA:

India: Grade XII graduation with minimum overall average of 60% is required to be considered for most programs - minimum 5 academic courses

China: To gain admission to this program, successful completion of the final year of Senior 3/Grade 12 level of study with a minimum overall average of 75% on all academic courses.

Career opportunities

  • Registered Kinesiologist
  • Recreation/Sports Manager
  • Teacher/Researcher
  • Occupational Therapist
  • Athletic Therapist
  • Coach/Fitness Instructor

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