Kinesiology

Tuition fees are 3,603 CAD per year; the application deadline for Kinesiology is May 1, 2027.

The Kinesiology program at Langara College is a two-year non-degree program that prepares students for a university degree in kinesiology or related fields. Taught in English, this program is ideal for students who want to study human movement and exercise. Its main advantages include a flexible schedule and a wide range of course options.

The curriculum includes subjects like exercise physiology, functional anatomy, motor learning and control, sport psychology, and biomechanics. Students develop skills in areas like fitness and training, and learn about topics such as growth and development, and health and lifestyles. The program also covers leisure and sport studies to help students understand the social and cultural aspects of physical activity.

Graduates can pursue careers as fitness instructors, athletic therapists, sports coaches, recreation coordinators, or wellness consultants. They can work in gyms, sports teams, community centers, or healthcare organizations, and can also continue their studies at universities to specialize in areas like exercise science or sports management.

Langara College, located in Vancouver, British Columbia, is a public college known for accessible, career-focused education and strong transfer pathways to Canadian universities. Although its institutional roots go back to 1965 and it became an independent college in 1994, Langara today serves about 22,000 students including approximately 1,500 international learners from more than 80 countries. The college provides a friendly, campus-based experience in one of Canada’s most livable and multicultural cities.

Langara offers around 72 programs spanning arts and sciences, business, health and community services, technology, and continuing studies, with an emphasis on small class sizes and experiential learning. The college is particularly well regarded for university-transfer credentials, diploma programs that lead directly to employment, and pathways that simplify progression to four-year degrees. Student supports include academic advising, tutoring, career services, and language assistance for newcomers.

For international students, Vancouver’s safe, diverse neighborhoods and strong employer market make Langara an appealing option for academic preparation or career-oriented study. Housing, health insurance, and practical settlement resources are available through the college, and students benefit from English-language support and orientation programming. Prospective applicants should explore transfer agreements, program start dates, and available scholarships to align study plans with Canadian credential and immigration goals.