Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
Why Study Kinesiology?
The Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (BScKin) program offers a carefully designed core curriculum focused on human movement and performance in relation to exercise, sport, work and wellness. This program is most appealing to students interested in medicine, chiropractic medicine, sport medicine, physiotherapy, massage therapy, fitness consulting and other health-related professions. The Canadian Council of University Physical Education and Kinesiology Administrators (CCUPEKA) accredited the BScK at UNB.
What Can You Be With a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology?
- Dancer
- Yoga Instructor
- Dance/Movement Therapist
- Health Food/Nutritional Supplements Sales
- Pharmaceutical Sales
- "Self-help" Writer/Columnist
- Product Developer
- Sports Psychologist
- Strength & Conditioning Specialist
- Worksite/place Wellness Coordinator/Manager
- Physical Activity Specialist
- Research Assistant
- Workers Compensation Investigator
- Professional Head Coach
- Personal Trainer/Group Trainer
- Fitness Consultant/Instructor
- Laboratory Technician
- Exercise Program Director
- Athletic Trainer
- Choreographer
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With additional education/training…
- Nutritionist
- Medical Doctor/Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine/Nurse
- Physiotherapist & Recreation Therapist or Occupational Therapist
- Kinesiologist
- Ergonomist
- Teacher/University Professor
- Chiropractor
- Sport Psychologist
- Firefighter/Paramedic
- Athletic Equipment Designer
- Physical/Sports Medicine Professional
- Exercise Physiologist
Where Can You Work?
- Health Services
- Government
- Health & Fitness Clubs
- Rehabilitation Services
- Destination Resorts & Spas
- Amateur and Professional Sports Teams
- Educational Institutions
- Private Practices
What Skills Can You Develop?
- Ability to present ideas and data clearly
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Organizational skills
- Observing and analyzing physical problems
- Ability to conduct workplace assessment to reduce risk of employee injury
- Ability to design and teach fitness programs/classes
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Thorough knowledge of the functions of the human body
- Communications skills, including public speaking
- Leadership skills
- Knowledge of sports
- Coaching skills
- Motivational skills
- Research skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Professional conduct and numeracy
- Ability to mediate/negotiate conflicts
- Ability to think and listen critically
Professional Associations
Professional associations can be a great way to meet, learn from and network with professionals in your field of interest. Some associations offer student memberships, often at a reduced rate. Below is a sample of professional associations you can explore.
- Canadian Kinesiology Alliance
- The Kinesiology Network
- The Canadian Athletic Therapist Association
- Association of Canadian Ergonomists
- Canadian Society for Exercise Psysiology
Contact the Faculty
UNB Faculty of Kinesiology
PO Box 4400
Fredericton NB E3B 5A3
