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Human Kinetics

Why Human Kinetics?

Human Kinetics is focused on the science behind human movement, the physiological response of the human body and the interaction of nutrition at the cellular and system level, but you’ll gain a broad understanding of human biology, including anatomy, physiology, nutrition and biomechanics.

Through your studies, you will participate in hands-on laboratories testing and assessing human movement and an in-depth dissection-based anatomical study of the human body, diving into human physiology, nutrition, biomechanics, and more.

To see all courses offered in this degree, visit our Academic Calendar.

 Gain Hands-on and Theoretical Knowledge

Along with building a strong foundation in human health and nutrition, you’ll also gain hands-on skills in labs. You’ll learn how to measure and assess human performance as well as participate in human body dissections. 

 Broaden Your Understanding of Human Health

Explore human movement, physiology and nutrition at the cellular and system levels. After building a foundation of science courses in your first year, you'll dive deeper through courses in biomechanics, human physiology, biochemistry and molecular biology, among many others.

 Research Courses Tailored to Your Interests

Take the opportunity to complete an in-depth research course with a faculty member in a discipline related to your interests and career goals.

Top 5 Comprehensive University
in Canada (Macleans 2024)
Top 150 in the World
for Life Sciences (Times Higher Education 2024)
Top 20% in the World
for Biological Sciences (QS Top Universities 2024)
Top 15 in Canada
for Anatomy/Physiology (EduRank 2024)
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What Can You Do with a Degree in Human Kinetics?

Human Kinetics graduates enjoy challenging careers in a variety of healthcare, sports and performance settings. Many go on to graduate studies or pursue professional programs, including in medicine.

Here are a few careers our graduates have successfully pursued:

  • Health researcher
  • Kinesiologist
  • Physiotherapist
  • Ergonomist/health and safety officer
  • Respiratory educator
  • Medical affairs coordinator
  • Disability management advisor
Teaghen Couling
The Human Kinetics program is incredible as it offers limitless experiences to develop academically, professionally, and socially. The human anatomy and applied human kinetics classes along with all upper-year courses provide amazing opportunities to strengthen lab and critical-thinking skills to prepare students for graduate research or clinical work. Furthermore, the program is remarkable for the tight-knit community it fosters through Human Kinetics-specific events and collaboration-based projects. Overall, Human Kinetics at the University of Guelph is more than a program, it's about developing exceptional students capable of making an impact in their communities.

Teaghen Couling, Undergraduate Student
Human Kinetics (BSc '25)

Sarah Bland
The Human Kinetics program has given me opportunities to explore career paths and gain hands-on experience in athletic therapy, strength and conditioning, physiotherapy, and chiropractic. The required courses include seminars and labs that allow you to interact and collaborate with your peers, which has been a vital part of my undergrad experience and enhanced my time at the University of Guelph. This program was the right choice for me. Human Kinetics has provided me with a well-rounded education and unique experience.

Sarah Bland, Alumni
Human Kinetics Graduate (BSc '24)

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Students considering studying Human Kinetics may also be interested in Bio-Medical ScienceBiomedical Engineering, or other majors.

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