Experience: Co-op or regular

As a Kinesiology student at the University of Waterloo, you have two great ways to study - co-op or regular. Regardless of which path you choose, you’ll take the same academic courses, learn in state-of-the-art facilities, and have the support of friendly, helpful staff.

To figure out which route is right for you, consider the following:

Co-op

After first year, alternate between 4-month work terms, and 4-month study terms
Gain almost two years of work experience. View a list of sample jobs.
Network with employers and build valuable contacts.
Earn money that can help you pay for your education. View the average salary range for students in the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences.
Develop essential skills through our Professional Development Program (WatPD).

How to apply

When you submit your application to the Kinesiology program, you must indicate whether you would like to be considered for co-op. If you're interested in co-op, click the "Co-op - Yes" circle on the application form. If you're not granted a space in co-op you will be automatically considered for the regular program.

Co-op work/study sequence

	Fall	Winter	Spring
First year	School	School	Off
Second year	School	Co-op	School
Third year	Co-op	School	Co-op
Fourth year	School	Co-op	Co-op
Final year	School	School	Graduate in June
Fall = September to December, Winter = January to April, Spring = May to August School = 4-month school term Co-op = 4-month co-op work term Off = You can make your own plans for that term (work, travel, vacation, etc.)

Regular

Have your summers off to pursue jobs and other pursuits that are particular to your interests
Have consistency in your studies, social life and living arrangements
Graduate in 4 years, versus 5 years in co-op
Be career ready when you graduate with the EDGE certificate program

How to apply

When you submit your application to the Kinesiology program, if you're interested in the regular stream click the "Co-op - No" circle on the application form.

Regular study sequence

	Fall	Winter	Spring
First year	School	School	Off
Second year	School	School	Off
Third year	School	School	Off
Fourth year	School	School	Graduate in June
Fall = September to December, Winter = January to April, Spring = May to August School = 4-month school term Off = You can make your own plans for that term (work, travel, vacation, etc.)