Nelson Mandela University
Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biokinetics
The Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biokinetics in Health Professions is offered by Nelson Mandela University.
Program Length: 4 YEARS.
Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biokinetics offered by the Nelson Mandela University at the Faculty of Health Sciences
A Biokineticist is an exercise specialist who increases a person’s physical condition and their quality of life by means of physical assessment and the prescription of healthy exercise habits. The Biokineticist is the newest member of the allied medical team who specialises in preventative medicine and final phase rehabilitation to improve the quality of life through movement.The biokineticist is involved in managing a clinical practice in the private and/or public sector. They may be employed in schools to promote health and wellness through the use of physical activity programmes. Other job opportunities include national, provincial and local government departments, corporate wellness as well as in the imminent National Health Insurance initiative.
Career fieldsBiokineticistSports Scientist
Duration
The qualification shall be offered over a period of four years of full-time study.