Enhance your BKIN journey by considering tailoring your electives in order to meet the requirements for a Minor, engage in a student exchange, or embarking on a Dual Degree program. These avenues provide unique opportunities to broaden your academic and cultural perspectives, fostering adaptability and contributing to a well-rounded education.
A Minor allows for specialization in a complementary area, while a student exchange program introduces global perspectives. Opting for a Dual Degree integrates two disciplines, offering a comprehensive skill set. These choices not only enrich your academic experience but also prepare you for the dynamic professional landscape of Kinesiology, positioning you as a versatile and competitive professional in the field.
Minor Programs
Completing a Minor is entirely optional and offers you the opportunity to delve deeper into a specific subject beyond Kinesiology. Minors can provide complementary skills and foster interdisciplinary thinking, or simply dive into a completely unrelated field of study that you are passionate about. They offer a flexible way to explore academic interests without committing to a full major and can serve as preparation for advanced studies or specific career paths.
Minor programs generally require students to complete a minimum of 18 upper-level credits (percentage-graded). Requirements for Minor programs cannot be taken for Credit/D/Fail standing, and careful planning is important to making sure you are aware of the prerequisites for many of the upper-level courses (300/400-level) in each Minor program:
Minor in Arts
An acceptable program must comprise courses in the Faculty of Arts that are for credit towards a Bachelor of Arts degree and consists of 18 upper-level credits in a single subject field or specialization. Students should design a coherent, academically sound course of studies for their program Minor, which must be approved by the Kinesiology Undergraduate Advising office once you are in third year standing. All courses must be acceptable for a Bachelor of Arts Major in the proposed subject area or field, but a student is not bound by the other requirements that the Faculty of Arts sets for a Major or Minor in the field.
Minor in Science
An acceptable program must comprise courses recognized in the Faculty of Science that are for credit towards a Bachelor of Science degree and consist of at least 18 upper-level credits (300/400-level) in a single subject field or specialization, together with any prerequisites. Students should design a coherent and academically sound course of studies for their proposed minor, which must be approved by the Kinesiology Undergraduate Advising Office once you are third year standing. All courses must be acceptable for a Science Major in the proposed subject area or field. In addition, the following courses can be used for credit towards a Minor in Science focused on Biology: CAPS 301, CAPS 390, CAPS 391, FNH 350, FNH 351, FNH 450, and FNH 451.
Minor in Commerce
Admission to this Minor program is limited to students eligible for third-year standing, with a cumulative average of at least 68% in the previous two years, and enrolment is strictly limited to 25 BKIN students each year. Online application forms will be available from April 15th to May 15th through the link provided below. Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM (PST) on May 15th. Admission to the program requires completion of: ECON 101 (3), ECON 102 (3), and one of MATH 100 (3), 102 (3), 104 (3), 120 (3), 180 (4), or 184 (4). Upon successful admission to the program, students must complete: COMR 329 (3), COMR 457 (3), COMR 465 (3), COMR 473 (3), COMR 493 (3), and one of COMR 398 (3) or COMR 458 (3)
Minor in Nutritional Sciences
Students wanting a strong foundation in nutrition are encouraged to consider the Minor in Nutritional Sciences. Students must be eligible for third-year standing with a cumulative average of at least 68% in the previous two years, and must have completed FNH 250. Enrolment in this program is strictly limited. Online application forms will be available from April 15th to May 15th only through the link provided on this page below. Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM (PST) on May 15th. Upon successful admission to the program, students must complete: FNH 350 (3), FNH 351 (3), and 12 credits from FNH 301, 355, 370, 371, 398, 402, 451, 455, 473, 474, 477, and 490.
Minor in Educational and Counselling Psychology and Special Education
Students wanting a foundation in Educational and Counselling Psychology and Special Education (ECPS) are encouraged to consider a minor in ECPS. Enrolment in this program is limited to students eligible for third-year standing with a cumulative average of at least 68% in the previous two years. Upon successful admission to the program, students must complete: EPSE 301, EPSE 462, EPSE 312, and at least three of the following: EPSE 303, EPSE 316, EPSE 320, EPSE 403, EPSE 408, EPSE 426, EPSE 433, EPSE 436, EPSE 437, EPSE 449.
Student Exchange
Participating in a student exchange as a BKIN student involves initial research into available partner universities and eligibility criteria, followed by attendance at information sessions and submission of an application through UBC’s Go Global program office. Once accepted, students collaborate with KIN Advising to plan courses at the host institution, address financial considerations, and attend pre-departure orientation sessions. Upon return, BKIN students are eligible for transfer credits for courses completed at the host institution.
Visit the Go Global website for more information on student exchange. BKIN students considering student exchange are encouraged to consult with UBC’s Go Global program office for specific details and updates regarding available exchange programs and procedures.
BKIN + Master of Management
BKIN students have the unique opportunity to enrich their academic journey by combining their BKIN degree with the Master of Management (MM) program provided by the Sauder School of Business at UBC. This innovative Dual-Degree pathway allows students to earn both degrees in a span of 4.5 years. As a BKIN+MM student, you’ll integrate business and commerce courses into your electives throughout each of the four years of your undergraduate degree. Following the completion of your BKIN, you’ll embark on a six-month full-time intensive study in the Master of Management program during the subsequent summer.
For those contemplating the BKIN+MM program, it is recommended to explore detailed information on the Dual Degree by visiting the Sauder School of Business’ website. Additionally, prospective students are encouraged to connect with the Sauder School of Business to gain further insights and guidance on this exciting academic option. This integration of business management with kinesiology not only offers a comprehensive educational experience but also positions graduates with a unique skill set advantageous in various professional arenas.