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Kinesiology degrees abroad
Kinesiology is the academic study of the human body and its movement. It combines concepts and principles from other disciplines, including anatomy, physiology, nutrition, and psychology.
As a kinesiology student, you’ll work towards understanding how movement affects human health and wellbeing. You’ll examine everything from the mobility of elderly people to the performances of elite sports performers. You’ll also put theory into action by practicing hands-on therapies and treatments.
By earning your kinesiology degree abroad, you’ll see how peoples’ perceptions of the human body are influenced by their cultural surroundings. Although the basic mechanics of human movement remain constant across the globe, the way this knowledge is taught and applied differs greatly. You’ll gain a global understanding of the field, explore new locations, and make fantastic memories.


Kinesiology program structure
Kinesiology can be studied as an associate, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate degree. By studying an associate degree over two years, you’ll have a solid foundation in the subject field. These kinds of programs are a useful stepping stone into entry-level employment or further study on a bachelor’s program.
A BSc is studied over three or four years, depending on where you choose to study. Many universities will encourage you to undertake a placement year so that you can apply what you’ve learned to real-life scenarios.
If you’re still eager to learn more after finishing your bachelor’s, you can choose to enroll in a postgraduate program. After studying a master’s over one or two years, you can progress onto a PhD course which typically takes five years to complete.
Kinesiology programs are usually taught through a mixture of lectures, seminars, practical workshops, hands-on laboratory sessions, and one-to-one tutorials. You’ll probably be assessed through a combination of exams, essays, presentations, and practical assessments.
What’s covered on your kinesiology program will change depending on your university and country of study. Each institution will offer different elective modules to reflect its faculty’s interests and strengths. However, most will address the following core topics:
- Biomechanics
- Human anatomy and physiology
- Nutrition
- Principles of rehabilitation
- Athletic injuries
- Motor skills development and control
- Assessment methods for kinesiology
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Kinesiology study abroad programs
Kinesiology undergraduate programs
Bachelor's in kinesiology
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Kinesiology - Health and Physical Education Teacher Certification (Grades K-12) - BSc Louisiana State University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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28,700 USD
Fee in university's local currency 28,700 USD
- Start date
- January, May, August
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Kinesiology—Health and Fitness Specialist - BSc Western Washington University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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24,690 USD
Fee in university's local currency 24,690 USD
- Start date
- January, September
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Kinesiology - Movement Science - BSc University of Illinois at Chicago, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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29,800 USD
Fee in university's local currency 29,800 USD
- Start date
- January, May, August
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Kinesiology - BSc University of New Brunswick, Canada
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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13,664 USD
Fee in university's local currency 17,357 CAD
- Start date
- September
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Kinesiology - BK University of the Fraser Valley, Canada
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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14,879 USD
Fee in university's local currency 18,900 CAD
- Start date
- September, January
Associate in kinesiology
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Kinesiology (for Transfer) - AA Laney College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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7,950 USD
Fee in university's local currency 7,950 USD
- Start date
- August, January, June
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Kinesiology - AA Santiago Canyon College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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8,304 USD
Fee in university's local currency 8,304 USD
- Start date
- February, June, August
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Kinesiology, Sports & Exercise Science - AA South Seattle College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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9,687 USD
Fee in university's local currency 9,687 USD
- Start date
- September, January, April, June
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Kinesiology (for Transfer) - AA San Jose City College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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8,138 USD
Fee in university's local currency 8,138 USD
- Start date
- January, August
Diploma in kinesiology
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Kinesiology - Dip Okanagan College, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate diploma
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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10,825 USD
Fee in university's local currency 13,750 CAD
- Start date
- September
Kinesiology graduate programs
Master's in kinesiology
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Kinesiology - Sport Psychology - MSc Western Washington University, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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23,588 USD
Fee in university's local currency 23,588 USD
- Start date
- January, September
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Kinesiology: Gerontology Specialization - MSc Lakehead University, Canada
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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17,639 USD
Fee in university's local currency 22,406 CAD
- Start date
- September
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Kinesiology - MSc Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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11,536 USD
Fee in university's local currency 11,536 USD
- Start date
- January, August
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Kinesiology - MSc Stephen F. Austin State University, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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14,562 USD
Fee in university's local currency 14,562 USD
- Start date
- January, August
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Kinesiology: Athletic Training - MSc California State University, Long Beach, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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14,604 USD
Fee in university's local currency 14,604 USD
- Start date
- August, January
Future kinesiology careers
As a kinesiology graduate, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to pursue a wide range of career paths across the health and fitness sectors. You’ll have the freedom to choose from several roles, including:
- Athletic trainer
- Massage therapist
- Occupational therapist
- Chiropractor
- Physical therapist
- Physical education teacher
- Fitness instructor
- Exercise physiologist
To secure some of these jobs, you’ll need to complete additional qualifications. Arrange an appointment with your university’s career office so that you can discuss the best way to achieve your ambitions.
