(1) | Degree Core:  69. These courses provide the foundation of knowledge in professional and discipline areas of the field.
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(2) | Activity Core: 12. 100-level Physical Activity Courses (PAC) and Dance Activity Courses (DAC) focus on the ability to demonstrate the basic skills of activity, the development of theoretical knowledge fundamental to the activity, and to gain an understanding of error detection and correction. The 300-level PAC courses are advanced level courses designed to offer theory and skills required for coaching activity including experience with advanced error detection and correction. The focus is on the development of coaching skills in both practice and competitive arenas.
Notes
| (1) | A maximum of 3 in PAC/DAC must be taken at the 300-level
| (2) | A maximum of 18 in PAC/DAC courses may be credited toward the BKin degree program.
| (3) | Any units of course weight above the required 12 are included in the Option Component of the degree.
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(3) | Major: 30. Five majors provide specializations in professional areas of kinesiology, sport, health, and well-being. Each major must include a practicum of at least 9. Students normally select their major during the second year of their program.
 Note: Students in Sport Coaching will do PEDS 246 (3), 345 (3), 346 (3), and 446 (6), to fulfill their practicum requirements.
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(4) | Option Component: A group of courses totalling 9 of which at least 3 must be taken from outside the Faculty.
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Year 1 (30)
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1. | 6 of 100-level ENGL or 3 ENGL and 3 WRS
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2. | PEDS 100
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3. | PEDS 101
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4. | PEDS 103
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5. | One of: PEDS 109, STAT 141, or STAT 151
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6. | PERLS 104
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7. | PERLS 105
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8. | PSYCO 104
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9. | 3 PAC/DAC
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Year 4 (30)
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1. | PEDS 401
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2. | 6 from major (see Notes 1 and 3)
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3. | 3 PAC/DAC
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4. | 3 Out-of-Faculty Option
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5. | 15 Full-time practicum or 9 part-time Practicum and 6 Faculty Options (see Note 1)
The total course weights taken in 5 above must equal 15.
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Notes
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(1) | Students must choose one of following practicum options:
9: Part-time practicum (must register in PEDS 492 only), or
15: Full-time practicum (must register in PEDS 493 only)
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(2) | Practicum opportunities may be limited for those students wishing to do a part-time practicum.
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(3) | Students interested in the major in Sport Coaching should see §154.1.3(4).
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(4) | A maximum of 18 in Practicum course offerings may be credited toward the BKin degree program.
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(1) | Adapted Physical Activity (30): This major provides students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills to facilitate physically active lifestyles for people with impairments. Emphasis is placed on gaining instructional and leadership skills in physical activity, fitness and sport programs for individuals along the continuum of impairments and across all age groups and environments.
a. | Required Courses for Major (12)
PEDS 372 and 385, PEDS 471 or 472, and PERLS 370.
Choose one of:
| b. | 9 Professional Practicum (PEDS 492) and 9 from the list of approved Option Courses for Major
| c. | 15 Professional Practicum (PEDS 493) and 3 from the list of approved Option Courses for Major
Students should contact the Undergraduate Programs Office for a current list of approved options for this major.
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(2) | Individualized Major (30): This major affords students the opportunity to design a combination or collection of courses that meets their individual interests and needs, provided that an opportunity to pursue their area of interest is not available through the other four majors. It may also enable students who choose to spend one term or year abroad an opportunity to design a major area of study around their international courses. This must be done in consultation with an Undergraduate Programs Advisor and requires approval of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Programs).
a. | General Requirements
Students wishing to enter into this major must submit a written proposal to the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Programs) that contains the following information:
i) | A clear description of the focus and the objectives of the major.
| ii) | A detailed list of courses to be taken and indication of how they relate to the stated objectives.
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| b. | Specific Requirements
Choose one of:
9 Professional Practicum (PEDS 492) and 21 additional course work related to the major, or 15 Professional Practicum (PEDS 493) and additional 15 of course work related to the major
The additional coursework related to the major normally consists of:
i) | 15 taken at the 300- or 400-level
| ii) | Minimum 9 taken from DANCE, HE ED, PEDS, PERLS, and/or RLS courses.
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(3) | Physical Activity and Health (30): This major provides students with understanding of and appreciation for the importance of physical activity as it relates to health, fitness, and well-being over the lifespan. Biopsychosocial factors influencing acquisition and maintenance of physical activity and health will be emphasized.
a. | Required Courses for Major (12)
HE ED 320 or 497 (The Body, Fitness, Health & Culture); and HE ED 321, PEDS 334 and 335.
Note: If HE ED 321 has been chosen as part of the Degree Core, please add 3 to your Option Courses for Major requirement.
Choose one of:
| b. | 9 Professional Practicum (PEDS 492) and 9 from the list of approved Option Courses for Major
| c. | 15 Professional Practicum (PEDS 493) and 3 from the list of approved Option Courses for Major
Students should contact the Undergraduate Programs Office for a current list of approved options for this major.
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(4) | Sport Coaching: This major provides students with a range of knowledge and experiences to become a competent practicing sport coach. Theories and areas of practice covered include the scientific, social scientific and pedagogical aspects of coaching. Clear links will be made to real-life coaching scenarios with a focus on understanding the integrated and complex nature of coaching and all that underlies the practice of quality sport coaching.
a. | Required Courses for Major (24)
Year 2 (6): PEDS 245 and 246
Year 3 (6): PEDS 345 and 346
Year 4 (12): PEDS 403, 446 and 447
| b. | Option Courses for Major (6)
Students should contact the Undergraduate Programs Office for a current list of approved options for this major.
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(5) | Sport Performance (30): This major advances students' understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of the multifaceted aspects of sport performance. In addition, students will gain practical experience in sport performance through an inter-disciplinary delivery of courses and practicum requirements.
a. | Required Courses for Major (9) PEDS 335, PAC 490 and 491.
Choose one of:
| b. | 9 Professional Practicum (PEDS 492) and 12 from the list of approved Option Courses for Major
| c. | 15 Professional Practicum (PEDS 493) and 6 from the list of approved Option Courses for Major
Students should contact the Undergraduate Programs Office for a current list of approved options for this major.
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