Kinesiology

Transferability

The Kinesiology Diploma transfers directly to UBC Kinesiology and Capilano University Kinesiology. Individual courses taken to fulfill the requirements of this diploma also transfer to other institutions, and it is the responsibility of the students to check with the institutions to which they transfer to determine the transfer credit status of the courses they have completed. 

Career Opportunities

Graduates with a Kinesiology degree have the opportunity to start a professional career in the field of active health, recreation, kinesiology, education and research. A BKin can lead to further education and degrees in fields such as rehabilitation sciences including physical therapy, occupational therapy, clinical research and medicine.

Careers may include:

• Exercise Physiologist
• Athletic Coach/Therapist
• Exercise Science & Fitness Manager
• Physical Education Teacher
• Health/Fitness Consultant
• Strength and Conditioning Specialist
• Sports Management

For information about starting a Career at Langara, please visit the Employment Opportunities page. 

What career opportunities are available in the field of Kinesiology?

Many of our students plan to continue after receiving their diploma, to complete a University degree and/or continue on to a Masters degree in such fields as physiotherapy or occupational therapy. Other examples of career opportunities include teaching of physical education, coaching, fitness training/assessment, athletic training, and ergonomics. 

What volunteer and job opportunities are available in Kinesiology at Langara?

Kinesiology students may be eligible to work in the Gain Real life On campus Work experience (GROW) program, or the Peer Supported Learning (PSL) program. Visit the GROW Program page or the PSL Program page for more information. For questions about the hiring process and eligibility, please cdicesare [at] langara.ca (contact) the Kinesiology Instructional Assistant.