I. ACADEMIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
For Second Year Entry
- A minimum GPA of 2.33 in all completed courses
- A minimum of 24 university transfer credits completed or currently enrolled at the time of application.
For Third Year Entry
- Completion of a minimum 54 undergraduate credits with a minimum GPA of 2.33
- Completed and/or enrolled courses must include:
II. NON-ACADEMIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
All Applicants:
- Submission of two references
- Criminal Record Check (upon offer of admission)
III. NOTES ON ADMISSIONS:
- Admission to the BPEC program is contingent upon:
- Availability of seats
- Applicant ranking in the selective admission process.
- Second Year Entry applicants are ranked based on a combination of the following:
- Two References
- Cumulative GPA
- BIOL 1209 or 1203 or equivalent status (Students who have completed or are enrolled in BIOL 1209, 1203, or equivalent at the time of application score higher than non-enrolled students)
- Third Year entry applicants are ranked based on a combination of the following:
- Two References
- Cumulative GPA
- Applicants are ranked according to their total score. Applicants with the same score will be offered seats based on their date of application.
Graduation Requirements
- Successful completion of a minimum of 128 credits
- A minimum of 45 credits must be at the 3000-4000 level
- 40% (52) credits of all coursework must be completed at Douglas College
- A minimum program GPA of 2.00
- Time limit to complete program graduation requirements: ten (10) years
- Non-Academic Graduation Requirements (see note below):
- NCCP Competition/Introduction A and B
- NCCP Competition Development
- High Five - Principles of Health Childhood Development Certification
- Active First Aid CPR (B or C) Certificate
- As an option, students in this program can graduate with a Concentration in Kinesiology and/or Health Promotion (see optional concentration information below the main course requirements); concentrations are noted on a student's transcript.
Notes on Non-Academic Graduation Requirements:
- Specific instructions on how to complete theserequirements will be provided to students once they are admitted into the BPEC program.
- The "NCCP Competition/Introduction A and B" and "NCCP Competition Development" requirements are embedded within required course work.
- The "Active First Aid CPR (B or C) Certificate" requirement must be obtained, and maintained, by the student on their own.
Additional Graduation Requirements for the Co-operative Education Option:
- Successful completion of 3 Co-Operative work terms (27 credits)
- Students completing the Co-operative Education option will graduate with 155 credits and may require an additional term of study
- A minimum of 40% (62 credits) of all coursework must be completed at Douglas College
- Can be undertaken only after completion of a minimum of two semesters, 18 credits
- Cannot be taken in the last semester of the program
Course Requirements:
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Course Number |
Course Title |
Credits |
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Human Anatomy and Physiology I |
3.00 |
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BIOL 1203 or 1209 |
Human Anatomy and Physiology II |
3.00 |
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Academic Writing |
3.00 |
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University Transfer (UT) English course (see note 1) |
Any University Transferable English course, except ENGL 1099, ENGL 1130, and ENGL 1200 |
3.00 |
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UT Lab Science Elective (see note 1) |
A UT lab science course |
3.00 |
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UT Math elective (see notes 1 and 2) |
A UT MATH course |
3.00 |
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Sport Ethics |
3.00 |
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Conditioning for Sport and Physical Activity |
3.00 |
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Introduction to the Study of Sport and Leisure in Society |
3.00 |
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Biomechanics |
3.00 |
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Dynamics of Motor Skill Acquisition |
3.00 |
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Topics in Human Nutrition |
3.00 |
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Physical Growth and Motor Development |
3.00 |
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Applied Methods - Movement Education |
3.00 |
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Select one from the following courses: |
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Applied Methods: Dance in Schools and Communities |
3.00 |
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Applied Methods: Individual Activities & Games |
3.00 |
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Select one from the following courses: |
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Summer Outdoor & Alternative Environment Physical Education |
3.00 |
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Winter Outdoor & Alternative Environment Physical Education |
3.00 |
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Applied Methods: Game-Centred Approaches |
3.00 |
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Fieldwork I |
1.50 |
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Socio-cultural Aspects of Sport, Health, and the Body |
3.00 |
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Foundations in Physical Education, Recreation, & Coaching |
3.00 |
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Portfolio Introduction |
1.00 |
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Sport and Exercise Psychology |
3.00 |
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Physiology of Exercise and Training |
3.00 |
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Fieldwork II |
3.00 |
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Inclusive Physical Activity |
3.00 |
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Fieldwork III |
1.50 |
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Leadership in Sport, Physical Education and Coaching |
3.00 |
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Athletic Injury Assessment and Management |
3.00 |
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Games Approach to Teaching and Coaching Sport |
3.00 |
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Fieldwork IV |
1.50 |
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Physical Education and Coaching Methods |
3.00 |
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Portfolio Exit |
1.00 |
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Advanced Sport and Exercise Psychology |
3.00 |
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Curriculum and Planning Issues in Physical |
3.00 |
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University Transfer (UT) Electives (see notes 3 and 4) |
12 UT credits |
12.00 |
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Upper Level UT Electives (see notes 3 and 4) |
15 Upper Level credits |
15.00 |
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Upper Level SPSC Electives |
Nine Upper Level SPSC credits |
9.00 |
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Total Credits |
128.00 |
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Co-Operative Education Option (see note 5) |
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Cooperative Education |
9.00 |
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Cooperative Education |
9.00 |
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Cooperative Education |
9.00 |
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Total Credits with Cooperative Education Option |
155.00 |
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NOTES:
1. A University Transferable course is a course that transfers to one of the Research Universities - SFU, UBC (UBCV or UBCO), UNBC, or UVIC in the BC Transfer Guide.
2. MATH 1191 is recommended for future elementary teachers and MATH 1234 is recommended for future Secondary teachers.
3. For these electives, a maximum of two SPSC courses can be used.
4. Students can opt to use these credits towards Concentrations in Kinesiology and/or Health Promotion. Please see the concentration information below.
5. Bachelor of Physical Education and Coaching (BPEC) students can complete co-operative educational credits as part of their studies. Students will graduate with a special designation on their degree that indicates they have completed co-operative studies as part of the BPEC - plus gain paid work experience in the field. Note: Co-op courses are not substitutable for any academic credit courses or other degree requirements. Co-op placements related to the BPEC degree vary greatly. Students can find opportunities in:
- Recreation centres
- Summer camps
- Fitness centres
- Physiotherapy and kinesiology clinics
- Outdoor centres
- Coaching environments
- Non-profit organizations related to sport and physical activity
Students can apply to Co-Op after they have completed their first semester of study in the BPEC Program. Planning for a co-op placement in the summer semester starts in January of that year. For more info about the application process, see Co-operative Education.
Optional Concentrations for the Bachelor of Physical Education & Coaching (BPEC)
- Students in the Bachelor of Physical Education & Coaching Program who take the required courses in the tables below can apply to graduate with a Concentration in Kinesiology and/or Health Promotion.
- A Concentration is noted on the transcript, but not printed on the Credential.
Kinesiology (Concentration)
- Successful completion of a minimum of 12 upper level credits (from the table below).
Course Requirements:
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Select 12 credits from the list below: |
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Integrated Movement Analysis |
3.00 |
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Research Methods in Sport Science, Physical Education, and Recreation |
3.00 |
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Advanced Exercise Physiology |
3.00 |
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Fitness Assessment and Prescription |
3.00 |
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Sport Science Applied Research |
3.00 |
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Additional upper-level kinesiology related course approved by the department. |
Any 3000-4000 level kinesiology related SPSC course |
3.00-5.00 credits (see note) |
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TOTAL |
12.00 |
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NOTE: Students who choose a 5-credit kinesiology-related may complete this concentration with more than 12 credits.
Health Promotion (Concentration)
- Successful completion of a minimum of 15 upper level credits (from the table below).
Course Requirements:
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Select two from the following courses: |
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Health Promotion |
3.00 |
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Fitness Assessment & Prescription |
3.00 |
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Sport Science Applied Research |
3.00 |
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Directed Study in Sport Science |
3.00 |
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Select an additional two courses from the following: |
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Intro to the Admin of Leisure & Sport Services |
3.00 |
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Contemporary Health Issues |
3.00 |
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Behaviour in Organizations |
3.00 |
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Fitness Assessment & Prescription |
3.00 |
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Sport Science Applied Research |
3.00 |
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Directed Study in Sport Science |
3.00 |
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Choose one from the following (see note): |
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Behaviour in Organizations |
3.00 |
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Sociology of Health and Illness |
3.00 |
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Aging as a Social Process |
3.00 |
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Non-Profit Marketing |
3.00 |
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Promotional Strategy |
3.00 |
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Health Psychology |
3.00 |
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Cultural Psychology |
3.00 |
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Counseling Skills Fundamentals |
3.00 |
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Health Promotion course |
Any additional upper-level health promotion-related course approved by dept. |
3.00 |
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TOTAL |
15.00 |
NOTE: Students will need to take special note of required pre-requisites to ensure they are able to register in the required courses. This information can be found on the Douglas College Course Catalogue website.