Human Kinetics (BHK) at Trinity Western University

Programme overview

The Human Kinetics programme covers sport, fitness, health and recreation, combining theoretical foundations with hands-on experience in small classes. Faculty serve with the Canadian Sports Psychology Association and the Canadian Sport Institute. The degree is a Bachelor of Human Kinetics.

Faculty: School of Human Kinetics | Department: Human Kinetics | Location: Langley, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

The kinesiology stream is recognized by the National Strength and Conditioning Association as an undergraduate strength and conditioning program. Studies combine theory with practical experience, internships and travel studies.

Career pathways

Careers include athletic director, physical education teacher, personal trainer, strength and conditioning coach, ergonomist, sport facility management, sport marketing and occupational therapy (with further study).

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Application information

Entry requirements

TWU undergraduate admission (British Columbia high school applicants): high school graduation with a university preparatory program and a 70% average in English 12 (English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12) plus three additional Grade 12 academic courses (English, science, language, math or social studies; physical and health education, career education, applied design/skills/technology and religious studies do not count). Applicants to science or engineering-related studies are advised to take at least one Grade 12 math and one Grade 12 science course. Other Canadian provinces have equivalent 70% English-plus-three-academic-courses requirements. International applicants: General Certificate of Education with five subjects (two at Advanced level) or International Baccalaureate with at least two higher-level subjects; English proficiency such as IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each band, PTE Academic 65 overall with 60 in each band, or Duolingo 120 overall (minimum 110 Writing and Reading, 95 Speaking and Listening).

Requirements published at program group level.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Fall semester: first day of classes September 9, 2026. Spring semester: first day of classes January 5, 2027. Summer session begins April 26, 2027.

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