McMaster University

Kinesiology

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Program Information

School:McMaster University
Faculty:Faculty of Science
Degree:Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study:Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Description:The Department of Kinesiology offers a direct-entry Honours B.Sc. (Kinesiology) degree. Our 4-year program, ranked among the top 25 in the world, is well-known for its quality, innovation and integrative approach to the study of kinesiology. Our students experience a broad-based curriculum composed of a mix of basic and applied science courses related to the study of human movement.

Our limited enrolment program offers an exceptional learning environment offering classroom, laboratory and fieldwork placement experiences. Graduates of McMaster's Kinesiology are well prepared for a wide variety of opportunities, ranging from direct entry employment as kinesiologists to further training in graduate, medical or professional schools. Our curriculum meets the core competency requirements for the College of Kinesiology of Ontario.
URL:Kinesiology at McMaster University
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $43,116
Enrolment #:200
Careers:Kinesiologists

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*87 to 89
Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English (ENG4U) 
  •  Grade12 Biology 
  •  Grade12 Calculus and Vectors 
PSK4U is highly recommended.
Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or DuoLingo [min. 115] or Cambridge English for Speakers of Other Languages: Certificate in Advanced English [min. 190] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 86]
Application Notes : Students who have been asked to meet McMaster’s English Language Proficiency requirement must demonstrate English language proficiency by achieving the minimum requirements as specified by McMaster: IELTS: 6.5, CAE: 190, PTE: 60, CAEL: 70, TOEFL (iBT): 86, DUO: 115.

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on August 31, 2022