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Delve into the scientific principles of human movement, wellness, and physical fitness. Our curriculum equips you with expert-level understanding and practical abilities to analyze, implement, and conduct health-related research. You'll develop competencies in evaluating, assessing, and creating initiatives that enhance overall wellbeing, physical conditioning, and sports performance.
Through interactive classroom sessions, laboratory experiences, and professional placements, you'll apply therapeutic techniques for recovery and health optimization. Utilizing cutting-edge equipment in collaborative settings, you'll work with diverse populations ranging from those with long-term illnesses to competitive sports professionals. The department provides three specialization pathways: Honors track: opportunities for concentrated research alongside professors, Athletic Therapy: Eastern Canada's exclusive CATA-accredited program, Kinesiology and Clinical Exercise Physiology: developing customized exercise regimens for individuals with specific medical needs