In the Sport Science Diploma Program, students develop theoretical knowledge of sports administration, physical growth and development, bio-mechanics, exercise physiology, sport history and sport psychology. This interdisciplinary program provides flexibility in course selection and is suitable for students with multiple areas of interest and those wanting flexibility in their career direction. There are also options to specialize in kinesiology or health and recreation.

Following this review applicants are ranked according to their total score. Applicants with the same total score will be offered seats based on their date of application. A) Minimum Academic Admission Requirements: Secondary Applicants. General College Admission Requirements; and English 12 with a minimum grade of "C", or approved substitution; and Math 11 with a minimum grade of "C", or equivalent (note 3); and Three grade 11 or 12 courses with a minimum grade of "C". B) Minimum Academic Admission Requirements: Post-secondary Applicants (Note: Students who have completed 12 or more university transferable credits will be considered as post-secondary applicants). General College Admission Requirements and English 12 with a minimum grade of "C", or approved substitution; and Math 11 with a minimum grade of "C", or equivalent (note 3); and Minimum post-secondary GPA of 2.33 (minimum 12 credits). C) All Applicants: Two reference forms from coaches, PE teachers or community leaders verifying one season of sport experience and character reference note 1. Notes: 1. A professional referee may include but is not limited to: a teacher, coach, employer, etc. Family members are not able to act as referees. Each referee's full name, contact information, and nature of relationship to applicant must be provided. 2. Based on reference responses, the Sport Science Department may conduct interviews with all or chosen applicants. 3. To fulfill the Math 11 admission requirement, Foundations of Math 11, Principles of Math 11 or higher are recommended. Students considering SPSC Diploma Kinesiology Specialization or the Bachelor of Physical Education and Coaching will require Foundations of Math 11, Principles of Math 11 or higher to satisfy the prerequisite for SPSC 1151. 4. PE 11 or 12 or equivalent is an additional recommended course. General requirements: All applicants for admission to the College must satisfy at least ONE of the following criteria: BC secondary school graduation (or the equivalent in another school system); One course short of BC secondary school graduation; 19 years old by the end of the first month of the first semester of attendance; 17 years old on the first day of the first semester of attendance and has not been in school for at least one year; Completion of a certificate or equivalent from a special needs program and has been in school for 12 years. English Proficiency Requirement. All applicants to the College must demonstrate proficiency in English by providing proof of ONE of the following: Douglas College English Assessment; LPI - minimum essay score 4; TOEFL iBT - minimum score 83; IELTS - minimum overall band test score 6.5 (academic module only); EIKEN Practical English - minimum placement of Grade 1; CAEL - minimum overall and essay score of 60 (computer or paper based); Cambridge English CAE- minimum score 75 or "B"; Cambridge English CPE - minimum score 60 or "C"; Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) Level 8 in each of Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing; Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic - minimum score of 56. Language School Pathway Options: Completion of the Advanced Level of the University Preparation program at EC English Language Centers (ECAD); Completion of Level A2 of the University Pathway program at Int’l Language School of Canada (ILSC); Completion of Level 16 (Pathway 3.3) of the Academic pathway program at Int’l Language Academy of Canada (ILAC); Completion of highest level course ELS level 112 with ELS Language School; Completion of VGC International College Advanced University Preparation course level 7 with 75% or higher; Completion of Kaplan International Centres Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) Level C1. The full list of extra requirements is on the web-site. Note: Students who do not meet any of the above requirements may apply for admission as a "special student”. Students are urged to discuss their situation with the Registrar and/or a College counselor.