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May 06, 2026
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2026-2027 Undergraduate Academic Calendar
Kinesiology – Bridge – Fitness and Health Promotion
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General information
Applicants who possess an Ontario College Fitness and Health Promotion diploma from Durham College may be eligible for admission to the university and will be granted a block transfer of credits after the completion of a spring/summer bridge semester. Admission requirements
Admission is competitive. The specific average or standing required for admission varies from year to year. Students are selected by taking into consideration a wide range of criteria including school marks, distribution of subjects taken, and performance in subjects relevant to the academic program. Possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Preference will be given to applicants with the highest academic standing. Students must complete the following bridging courses with a minimum 2.3 GPA (on a 4.3 point scale) or higher in each: Program details and degree requirements
Although reasonable efforts will be made to adhere to the following, course requirements and term offerings may change. For the most up-to-date list of course offerings, please visit the faculty website at healthsciences.ontariotechu.ca Required courses for students in the Fitness and Health Promotion to Kinesiology Bridge program:
Additional required courses
- For the elective in the Bridge semester, students may take one of Biology (BIOL), Chemistry (CHEM), Social Sciences (SSCI, SOCI, COMM) or Learner Engagement for Academic Purposes LEAP 1001 course.
Note: For students interested in biophysical aspects of Kinesiology, we recommend taking a Biology or Chemistry course. For students interested in psychosocial aspects of Kinesiology, we recommend taking a course from the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities. For students who feel they need greater university preparation, we recommend the LEAP 1001 course. Senior-level Kinesiology elective courses
- A minimum of eight KINE courses at the 3000 or 4000 level.
Note: Upper-year Kinesiology courses should be chosen based on recommended clusters in the Kinesiology handbook to ensure the student is best prepared for the field of interest upon graduation. Open electives
- Three open electives at any level, in any faculty.
Note: Electives can be used to follow two clusters from the Kinesiology handbook or to minor in another subject area. |
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