BKin Programs

General

Athletic Therapy
Biomechanics
Exercise and Health Physiology
Mind Sciences in Kinesiology
Pedagogy

BSc Programs

Biomechanics
Exercise and Health Physiology
Kinesiology (General)
Mind Sciences in Kinesiology

See "Faculty Regulations - Admissions" above for application deadlines and other admission information.

Bachelor of Kinesiology and Bachelor of Science Programs

1. Attainment of at least a 2.00 grade point average over the entire program, as outlined below.

2. Attainment of at least a 2.00 grade point average in all Faculty of Kinesiology courses.

3. No more than the equivalent of two full course "D" or "D+" grades in core course requirements.

4. No more than the equivalent of four full course "D" or "D+" grades throughout the entire program.

5. No "F" grades will be acceptable towards the BKin or BSc degree. A course normally may be repeated only once.

Kinesiology Core Courses

Within the 20 full-course Bachelor of Kinesiology or Bachelor of Science degree, all students must complete the following core courses (7.5 full-course equivalents).

1. Kinesiology 201
Kinesiology 203

2. Kinesiology 211
Kinesiology 213

3. Kinesiology 243
Kinesiology 245

4. Kinesiology 251

Kinesiology 253

5. Kinesiology 261
Kinesiology 263

6. Biology 231
Kinesiology 355

7. Zoology 361
Zoology 363

7.5 Kinesiology 473

Students are expected to register for a selected number of 200-level requirements (chosen from Biology 231, Kinesiology 201, 203, 211, 213, 243, 245, 251, 253, 261, or 263) in Year 1, as well as some of the 200-level requirements for their chosen major. Since this entails more than five full-course equivalents, students are expected to complete these 200-level courses over several years and will be able to tailor their registrations to suit individual circumstances.

All students must complete at least five full-course equivalents from outside the Faculty of Kinesiology, including at least two full-course equivalents at the Senior level.

In addition to the core, each major requires the specific courses outlined below.

Additional Requirements for Bachelor of Science Programs

To meet BSc degree requirements, at least 21 half-course science equivalents must be completed. These include all courses offered by the Faculty of Science, courses listed by the Faculty of Science as acceptable components in their BSc programs (see Faculty of Science - Faculty Regulations - Programs with a Major Field), Area III courses (see Faculty of Social Sciences - Area Table), and the following Kinesiology courses: 237, 251, 261, 263, 351, 353, 355, 363, 367, 371, 375, 381, 393, 395, 433, 437, 451, 463, 465, 466, 469, 473, 475, 479, 485, 490, 493, and 495.

Honours Programs

See Honours section below for additional requirements for Honours programs.

Requirements

A. Kinesiology Core (7.5 full-course equivalents)

B. Four full-course equivalent Senior Options of which at least one and one-half full-course equivalents must be Faculty of Kinesiology options.

C. Options (8.5 full-course equivalents)

Admission

Applicants to the Athletic Therapy Major will enter the program at the third year level after successful completion of listed prerequisites, and selection using quantitative criteria. Admission to the major is limited to ten students each year. Applicants from outside Kinesiology must also meet the admission criteria for admission to the Faculty.

Since five full-course equivalents of this degree are Mount Royal College courses, a maximum of five additional full-course equivalents of transfer credit may be counted towards the degree (see "Transfer of Credit from Other Institutions").

The following requirements must be met and will be used as criteria in determining the most suitable candidates for admission and registration in the program:

1. Successful completion of eight or more full-course equivalents. The last four full-course equivalents must have been completed at the University of Calgary.

2. A minimum GPA of 3.00 over the most recent course work to a maximum of five full-course equivalents (University of Calgary courses and/or transferable courses taken at other institutions). All grades within a session will be included except where the number of courses taken within a session exceeds that required to fulfill (to a maximum of) five full-course equivalents, in which case the highest grades will be used.

3. Successful completion of the following required courses, or equivalents:

(a) Kinesiology 261 with a minimum grade of "C+"

(b) Zoology 361 and 363 with a minimum grade of "C"

(c) Kinesiology 203

(d) Kinesiology 263

(e) Kinesiology 330

(f) Kinesiology 371 with a minimum grade of "B"

4. Completion of a structured Letter of Intent (to be used in the event of a tie).

After meeting the above criteria, students will be ranked according to their GPA calculated over their last five full-course equivalents.

Requirements

A. Kinesiology Core (7.5 full-course equivalents)

B. Athletic Therapy Major Requirements (7.5 full-course equivalents)

Kinesiology 237

Kinesiology 371

Athletic Therapy 471

Athletic Therapy 491

Kinesiology 330

Mount Royal College Courses (5.0 full-course equivalents):

Physical Education 1301

Physical Education 1303

Physical Education 1305

Physical Education 1307

Physical Education 1311

Physical Education 1313

Physical Education 1315

Physical Education 1350

Physical Education 1352

Physical Education 1354

C. Options (5.0 full-course equivalents)

Registration

Emergency Medical Responder certification must be completed prior to the start of Mount Royal College course work. Students will be responsible for obtaining training and certification. Athletic Therapy 471 will normally be offered at the end of Summer Session and must be completed prior to commencement of the Mount Royal College course work. Athletic Therapy 491 is taken after Mount Royal College course work is successfully completed. The course begins prior to the start of Fall Session (usually the third week of August).

Admission

Students should refer to the Standard Admission requirements listed in the Academic Regulations section of this Calendar. Note that Pure Mathematics 30 with a grade of 70% or above and Mathematics 31 are required for admission. Physics 30 is recommended, but will not be counted in the calculation of the senior matriculation average. Applicants who do not present Physics 30 will be required to complete Physics 211 in the first year of their program. The Physics requirement must be completed before students are permitted to register for Engineering courses.

Requirements

A. Kinesiology Core (7.5 full-course equivalents)

B. Biomechanics Major Requirements (7.5 full-course equivalents)

1. Applied Mathematics 217

Applied Mathematics 219

2. Computer Science 203 (or Kinesiology 381)

Engineering 201

3. Engineering 205

Engineering 349

4. Engineering 311

Engineering 317

5. Mathematics 221

Statistics 333 (or one of Statistics 211, 213, or 357)

6. Kinesiology 393

Kinesiology 395

Kinesiology 363

7.0 Kinesiology 466

7.5 Kinesiology 463

C. Options (5.0 full-course equivalents)

Admission

Students should refer to the Standard Admission requirements listed in the Academic Regulations section of this Calendar. Note that Pure Mathematics 30 with a grade of 70% or above is required for admission.

Requirements

A. Kinesiology Core (7.5 full-course equivalents)

B. Exercise and Health Physiology Major Requirements (6.5 full-course equivalents)

1. Chemistry 201

Chemistry 203

2. Computer Science 203 (or Kinesiology 381)
Mathematics 249 or 251

3. Chemistry 351/Biochemistry 341

or Chemistry 351/353

4. Kinesiology 375
Statistics 333 (or one of Statistics 211, 213, or 357)

5. Kinesiology 433

One of Kinesiology 351, 363, 397, 399, 463, or 469

6. Two of Kinesiology 437, 465, 475, 479, 485, 493, 495

6.5 One half-course English option

C. Options (6.0 full-course equivalents)

Requirements

A. Kinesiology Core (7.5 full-course equivalents)

B. Mind Sciences Major Requirements (5.0 full-course equivalents)

1. Psychology 205
Kinesiology 351

2. Kinesiology 397
Kinesiology 399

3. Psychology 312

3.5 Kinesiology 353

5. One and one-half full-course equivalents from Applied Psychology 323, 415, 427, Kinesiology 485, Philosophy 313, Psychology 345, 351, 353, 365, 369, 375, 383, 425, 427, 435, 437, 463, 465, 469, 476

C. Options (7.5 full-course equivalents)

Note: Some Psychology courses are restricted to Psychology majors or have other enrollment restrictions applied to them. Please consult the Master Timetable for restrictions. Contact the Kinesiology Student Programs Office for more information.

Admission

Applicants to the Pedagogy Major will enter this program at the second year level after successful completion of listed prerequisites. The number of spaces in second year is limited to 30 students.

First year students will normally enter the General Major in the Faculty of Kinesiology in order to complete prerequisites. Applicants from outside Kinesiology must also meet the admission criteria for admission to the Faculty.

The following requirements must be met and will be used as criteria in determining the most suitable candidates for admission and registration in the program.

1. Successful completion of four or more full-course equivalents with a GPA of at least 2.70 over the most recent course work to a maximum of five full-course equivalents (University of Calgary courses and/or transferable courses taken at other institutions). All grades within a session will be included except where the number of courses taken within a session exceeds that required to fulfill (to a maximum of) five full-course equivalents, in which case the highest grades will be used. In the event there are more qualified applicants than positions available, students will be admitted in descending GPA order.

2. Successful completion of Kinesiology 211 and 213 with a combined minimum GPA of 2.85.

3. Completion of Kinesiology 201 is highly recommended, and is required for registration in Physical Education 321.

4. Prior to enrollment in any practicum courses, students must consult with the Pedagogy Coordinator in order to obtain required documentation to comply with the legal requirements for placement in schools.

Requirements

A. Kinesiology Core (7.5 full-course equivalents)

B. Pedagogy Major Requirements (5.5 full-course equivalents)

1. Dance Education 225
Dance Education 325

2. Kinesiology 367
Kinesiology 321

3. Kinesiology 391
One of Kinesiology 237, 331, 335

4. Kinesiology 491
Physical Education 321

5. Physical Education 333

Physical Education 421

5.5 Physical Education 349

C. Options (7.0 full-course equivalents)

Honours programs are offered in all majors.

Applicants to an Honours program must have completed at least 10 and no more than 15 full-course equivalents, and have achieved a cumulative GPA of at least 3.30 over these courses (with a minimum GPA of 3.30 in all Kinesiology courses). These grade point averages must be maintained in order to retain Honours standing.

Students are strongly encouraged to consult with the Faculty's Student Programs Office prior to application.

Enrollment in Kinesiology 490 (Interpretation of Research and Research Project) is added to the course requirements for each major in an Honours program. Enrollment in Kinesiology 490 is limited to 20 students. Registration in Kinesiology 490 is contingent on the student having made suitable arrangements with an eligible thesis supervisor, as well as the availability of the resources (laboratory space, equipment, etc.) needed to complete the thesis.

To graduate, a student will be required to present a minimum GPA of 3.30 over the entire program and an average of at least 3.30 in all courses offered by the Faculty of Kinesiology.

1. To remain in an Honours program a student must maintain a GPA of at least 3.30 in each academic year. The following circumstances will normally result in a student being required to withdraw from the Honours program:

(a) Any "F" grades obtained in the final two years of the program.

(b) The accumulation of more than two "D" or "D+" grades throughout the program.

2. Honours students must submit a written report annually to the Associate Dean (Academic) by October 15.

3. Honours students must complete a minimum of 7.5 full-course equivalents at the senior level.

Introduction

The Faculty of Kinesiology with the Haskayne School of Business offers a five-year combined Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Kinesiology (General) degree program. The program requires careful selection of courses to complete all requirements of the two Faculties. Interested students are urged to contact the Student Programs Office of Kinesiology and the Assistant Dean (Undergraduate) of the Haskayne School of Business for advice in choosing their first-year courses.

Admission

Applicants to the BComm/BKin program must satisfy the admission requirements of both Faculties and will normally first enter the Faculty of Kinesiology. Admission to Kinesiology will be based on the admission requirements previously outlined. At the end of the second year of studies, students should apply to the Haskayne School of Business, to pursue the combined degree program. At the point of admission to the combined degree program, students will be administered by the Haskayne School of Business, which is a quota restricted faculty. Therefore, admission and program requirements for the BComm program also apply to students pursuing the combined degree program.

Requirements

Detailed program requirements are listed in the Haskayne School of Business section of this Calendar.

Once accepted to the combined program, students may elect to remain in it or switch to either of the two separate degree programs, as long as the requirements of each Faculty continue to be met. Failure to meet requirements will result in a student being required to withdraw from the combined or separate programs.

Students must satisfy the graduation requirements of both Faculties. Program details are listed in the Haskayne School of Business section of this Calendar.

Introduction

The Faculty of Kinesiology with the Faculty of Nursing offers a five-year combined Bachelor of Kinesiology (General)/Bachelor of Nursing degree program. The program requires careful selection of courses to complete all requirements of the two Faculties. Interested students are urged to contact the Student Programs Office in Kinesiology and the Student Affairs Office in Nursing for advice in choosing their first-year courses.

Admission

Applicants to the combined BKin/BN program must satisfy the admission requirements of both Faculties and will normally first enter the Faculty of Kinesiology. Admission to Kinesiology will be based on the admission requirements previously outlined. After successful completion of at least eight half-course equivalents, including Biology 231 and Kinesiology 261, students should apply to the Faculty of Nursing to pursue the combined degree program. At the point of admission to the combined degree program, students will be administered by the Faculty of Nursing. Therefore, entrants into the combined program must meet the transfer admission criteria that apply to the Bachelor of Nursing Regular Track program.

Requirements

Once accepted to the combined program, students may elect to remain in it or switch to either of the two separate degree programs, as long as the requirements of each Faculty continue to be met. Failure to meet requirements will result in a student being required to withdraw from the combined or separate programs.

Students must satisfy the graduation requirements of both Faculties. Program details are listed in the Faculty of Nursing section of this Calendar.

Introduction

The Faculty of Kinesiology with the Faculty of Education offers a five-year combined Bachelor of Kinesiology (Pedagogy)/Bachelor of Education (Master of Teaching Program) in Physical Education.

Admission

Applicants to the BKin/BEd (Master of Teaching Program) will be admitted after successful completion of listed prerequisites and selection using both qualitative and quantitative criteria. The number of spaces per year is limited to 30 students.

The following requirements must be met and will be used as criteria in determining the most suitable candidates for admission and registration in the combined degree program.

1. Only Pedagogy Majors in the Faculty of Kinesiology who have completed eight full-course equivalents including Kinesiology 391 (Practicum I) and 2.5 full-course equivalents specific to the Pedagogy Major are eligible to apply.

2. Applicants must present the following:

(a) A minimum GPA of 3.00 (see Item 3).

(b) A Faculty of Education Statement in support of the application (a structured resume which includes the names of three referees).

(c) Satisfactory completion of the Effective Writing Requirement.

3. Admission to the combined degree program will be determined on the basis of the GPA calculated over the most recent course work to a maximum of five full-course equivalents (University of Calgary courses and/or transferable courses taken at other institutions). All grades within a session will be included except where the number of courses taken within a session exceeds that required to fulfill (to a maximum of) five full-course equivalents, in which case the highest grades will be used.

4. Admission to the combined degree program is on a competitive basis and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

Requirements

A. Kinesiology Core (7.5 full-course equivalents)

B. Pedagogy Major Requirements (5.0 full-course equivalents)

1. Dance Education 225
Dance Education 325

2. Kinesiology 321
One of Kinesiology 237, 331, 335

3. Kinesiology 367
Kinesiology 391

4. Physical Education 321
Physical Education 421

5. Physical Education 333
Physical Education 349

C. Options (2.5 full-course equivalents)

All of the above courses must be completed before students can register for the Bachelor of Education (Master of Teaching Program) courses.

D. 10 full courses required by the Faculty of Education.

Regulations

Once accepted into the combined degree program, students have three years to commence the Faculty of Education component of the program. Students not registering for the Faculty of Education component within that time will be considered to have left the combined degree program and will be considered as Bachelor of Kinesiology students. Any students leaving the combined degree program will revert to enrollment in the Faculty of Kinesiology only and will be responsible for all requirements of that Faculty.

Students must declare their intention to register in the Faculty of Education by the preceding March 15.

Before entering the combined degree program, students are urged to obtain current CPR Certification (Basic Rescuer Certificate) and a current First Aid Certificate. Students are responsible for obtaining training and certification.