MScKin(Photo courtesy of Nipissing University) Starting in September 2016 a Master of Science Kinesiology will be offered at Nipissing University.

Provincial funding for the program was approved in July.

The University says the program will help prepare students for a variety of fields including exercise therapy, disability management, workplace health and safety, health related sales and service, and rehabilitation.

Officials say the degree is being offered to address the growing demand for expertise in health and rehabilitation across Canada.