kinesiology is the art and science of human movement, and at viu, the kinesiology program is students foundation for careers in education, research, rehabilitation sciences (occupational therapy, physical therapy, and massage therapy), coaching, personal training, sports management, and administration and many others. 

the kinesiology program provides students with the knowledge and experience to pursue careers in education, fitness/wellness management, movement science, outdoor leadership, rehabilitation sciences, coaching, athlete development, and sports administration. students will explore the nature of human movement and learn essential skills to improve quality of life through activity and exercise. the program provides a broad foundation in many aspects of kinesiology and exposes students to diverse learning environments and applied experiences including lectures, labs, activity classes, online learning, and applied research and scholarship.

please  note: the bachelor of kinesiology program offers an exit point after year 2. students can graduate at the end of year 2 with a physical education diploma.