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Western

Kinesiology

OUAC EP

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McMaster

Honours Health Sciences

OUAC MNS

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McMaster

Honours Kinesiology

OUAC MV

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Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in
Published rangetheir exact wording87–90%High-80s90%Minimum 90% to be considered.90–93%Low-90s
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row belowENG4USBI4USCH4UENG4USBI4USCH4UENG4UMCV4USBI4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it
  • one of MCV4U, MDM4U, MHF4U
Prerequisitesas published
  • English, ENG4U
  • Biology, SBI4U
  • A grade 12 U-level Math or grade 11 or 12 U-level Physics are recommended to prepare for senior Kinesiology subjects in biomechanics, research methods, and statistics.
  • It is strongly recommended that students interested in the BSc program take an additional grade 12 Math or Science like Calculus, Pre-calculus, or Chemistry.
  • SCH4U is a prerequisite for first-year Chemistry courses.
  • English 4U
  • 1 of Calculus & Vectors 4U, Advanced Functions 4U, Data Management 4U
  • Biology 4U
  • Chemistry 4U
  • 1 non-Math, non-Science, non-Technology 4U/M credit
  • +2 more on the program page
  • English 4U
  • Calculus & Vectors 4U
  • Biology 4U
  • *Completion of Introductory Kinesiology (PSK4U) is strongly recommended.
More than marks?supplementary applicationMarks onlyYes
  • OUAC application deadline: January 15, 2027.
  • Admission is by selection. You will not be considered without a completed supplementary application. The supplementary application is due in early/mid-February. Applicants will be notified of the details.
  • Find further details on the program website:
Usually closes before January 15
Marks only
Co-opNoNoAvailable
DegreeBachelor of Arts, BA, Bachelor of Science, BSc
First-year intakewhere published335240250
What you studyHuman BiologyOthers in Subjects Related to MedicineSport & Exercise ScienceHealth InformaticsHuman BiologyOthers in Subjects Related to MedicineHuman BiologySport & Exercise Science
What it isKinesiology is the study of human movement, exercise, and sport from biological and physical perspectives. You'll learn anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and exercise science to understand how bodies move and respond to physical activity. The BA offers broader flexibility in electives; the BSc includes more chemistry, physics, and advanced quantitative analysis, preparing you better for research or health science pathways. It suits people interested in exercise science, athletic performance, rehabilitation, or health promotion who want science grounded in practical movement.This program covers the science of how the human body works and how health systems use technology and data. Unlike a pre-med program, it does not guarantee entry into medical school and instead prepares you for careers in health research, data analysis, or public health. It suits students who are strong in science and math but want flexibility to explore health fields beyond clinical practice.You study how the human body moves and functions during physical activity and exercise. This combines biology, anatomy, and sports science to understand muscles, joints, and fitness rather than just coaching or athletic training. The program includes a co-op work term, giving you practical experience in settings like rehabilitation clinics, fitness facilities, or sports medicine. This suits people interested in exercise science, health, or athletic performance who want both classroom learning and hands-on experience.
The door tomajors you reach through itkinesiologyhealth scienceskinesiology
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average6 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 85%See them5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them
SourceWestern University on OUInfoMcMaster University on OUInfoMcMaster University on OUInfo

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