Future undergraduates

As a first-year student in Kinesiology at the University of Waterloo, you'll have the unique opportunity to study human anatomy using cadavers.

University of Waterloo Kinesiology is a program of firsts

Not only are we the world's first department of Kinesiology, we are also the first non-medical school in Canada to house a School of Anatomy. This means that you'll have the chance to study human anatomy using cadavers.

Since hands-on learning is one of the biggest components of our program, you'll have plenty of opportunities to gain practical experience in your field in your labs, through volunteering, and co-op jobs.

You'll also have the chance to learn from some of the most innovative professors in Kinesiology, like Dr. Richard Hughson, who works with NASA to help understand the effects of weightlessness on astronauts.

Academics

Kinesiology is a direct entry Bachelor of Science (BSc) program available through our co-op or regular system of study. You must choose regular or co-op when you apply. 

Opportunities to focus your studies:

• Medical Physiology
• Rehabilitation Sciences
• Ergonomics and Injury Prevention
• Human Nutrition

Learn more about

• Experiential learning: co-op or regular
• Applying to Kinesiology
• Funding and awards
• Student life
• Careers after graduation

Graduate success

With your Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, you'll be well prepared for health-related careers, graduate studies, and health-profession programs, such as medicine, physiotherapy, chiropractic, and occupational therapy.

Over the past few years, here’s what our Kinesiology graduates have been up to one year after their graduation:

54% Professional or graduate programs

42% Starting a career 

4% Job searching or travelling  

Meet Kinesiology graduates

Check out profiles of Kinesiology grads to see what they did with their Kinesiology degrees and how they're making a difference today!

Your first year

The courses listed below will give you an idea of what your first year in Kinesiology at Waterloo is going to look like. First-year Kinesiology students can expect between 17 and 22 hours of class per week.