Program Overview
This hands-on Kinesiology program equips students with the skills to analyze movement and prescribe exercise programs. Through practical labs and community engagement, students gain expertise in working with diverse populations, from athletes to seniors. Graduates are prepared for careers in kinesiology-related fields such as physiotherapy, sports coaching, and health promotion. The program also includes integrated courses with Trent's Nursing program, providing a comprehensive understanding of human health and movement.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This hands-on, career-track degree teaches students the knowledge and skills to become a practitioner of kinesiology (the study of human movement). You will learn how to prescribe customized exercise programs and analyze movement patterns for a variety of people. As a Trent Kinesiology student, you are encouraged to apply your learning – in the lab and out in the community – working with everyone from high-performance athletes to senior citizens. When you graduate, you will have the required expertise to pursue certification as a registered kinesiologist (R.Kin.).
Teaching:
Students will have a chance to work alongside leading experts in cutting-edge facilities, like Trent’s fully equipped exercise physiology lab.
Careers:
- Featured:
- Physiotherapist: Physiotherapists assess patients and plan and carry out individually designed treatment programs to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning and mobility, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients. Physiotherapists are employed in hospitals, clinics, industry, sports organizations, rehabilitation centres and extended care facilities, or they may work in private practice.
- Career Opportunities:
- Kinesiologist
- Athletic Trainer
- Sports Coach
- Ergonomist
- Physical Therapist
- Occupational Therapist
- Chiropractor
- Physician
- Podiatrist
- Rehabilitation Therapist
- Health Promoter
- Teacher
Other:
- Resume Boosters:
- Participate in a fourth-year placement, getting experience working alongside practitioners at facilities including local sports clinics, camps, or Trent Health in Motion (a private multidisciplinary health clinic located right on campus)
- Develop your skills in exercise testing, movement assessments, injury management techniques and functional anatomy through a variety of hands-on labs
- Learn to work with a variety of clients, including Olympic hopefuls, Indigenous groups, and older individuals in Trent University’s fully equipped Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics Labs
- Get advanced clinical and practical health perspective through courses integrated with Trent’s Nursing program
- Popular Courses:
- Sport Psychology
- Introduction to Injury Management
- Advanced Life Sciences for Health Professionals
- Exercise Physiology
- Brain and Body in Action
- Anatomy of Human Movement
- Exercise and Sport in Indigenous Health
- Critical Perspectives on Aging
Trent University
Overview:
Trent University is a public university located in Peterborough and Durham, Ontario, Canada. It is recognized as Ontario's top undergraduate university, known for its personalized learning experience and commitment to fostering global citizens. Trent University offers a transformative learning environment that prepares students for leadership and career success.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
Trent University offers a vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community. Students have access to a wide range of opportunities to get involved, gain career experience, and make lifelong connections. The university boasts picturesque natural environments at both its Peterborough and Durham campuses, providing a unique and engaging learning experience.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Top-ranked undergraduate university in Ontario:
Trent University consistently ranks highly for its overall reputation and academic excellence.High graduate employment rate:
95% of Trent graduates are employed within two years of graduation.Personalized learning experience:
The university emphasizes small class sizes and close faculty-student relationships, fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment.Strong focus on global citizenship:
Trent University prepares students to be responsible and engaged citizens of the world, equipped to address global challenges.Academic Programs:
Trent University offers over 100 academic programs across various disciplines. The university is particularly known for its strengths in the following areas:
Environmental Studies:
Trent University is a leader in environmental research and education, with a strong focus on sustainability and conservation.Social Sciences and Humanities:
The university offers a wide range of programs in areas such as history, political science, psychology, and sociology.Arts and Culture:
Trent University has a strong arts and culture scene, with a vibrant theatre program, music ensembles, and visual arts studios.Other:
Trent University also offers online learning options, allowing students to access over 100 courses year-round. The university is committed to inclusivity and diversity, with initiatives such as the installation of an ablution station for the Muslim community on campus.
Entry Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites
- Program Requirements:
- A minimum 75% overall final average
- ENG4U with a minimum grade of 60%, SBI4U, SCH4U or SPH4U, one of the following: Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U) or Data Management (MDM4U)
