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Honours Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics (BScHK)
Emphasizes the biophysical sciences of human kinetics, with a focus on the role that biological, anatomical, musculoskeletal, and neuro-motor systems have on motor performance, and the impact of sport and physical activity on the body.

Honours Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics - Applied Studies in Kinesiology (BScHK)
Kinesiology involves the application of principles from biomechanics, physiology, and motor behaviour to improve peoples’ functional movement, motor performance, and to manage and prevent injury and disease.

Honours Bachelor of Human Kinetics (BHK)
Emphasizes the social sciences aspects of physical activity, sport, active leisure and health. It provides the knowledge and skills required to play a leading role in developing, promoting and implementing programs, policies and positive lifestyle behaviours for different populations in a variety of settings.

Honours Bachelor of Human Kinetics - Recreation and Sport Management (BHK)
Students will acquire knowledge and have opportunities to apply what they learn in various types of organizations and contexts related to sport, leisure and physical activity.

Honours Bachelor of Human Kinetics - Education and Coaching (BHK)
Students will acquire knowledge and have opportunities to apply what they learn to interventions in physical activity, education and coaching that enrich peoples’ lives.

Minor in Studies of Social Issues in Sport, Physical Activity and Leisure
Open to all eligible uOttawa students, this Minor offers an opportunity to improve your knowledge and skills in critical analysis of sport, physical activity and leisure to help you become an actor of social change in, and through, sport, physical activity and leisure.