Kinesiology (MSc)

Explore the science of human movement, health, and performance in this research-driven program. Through individualized mentorship in areas such as physiology, biomechanics, neuromechanics, motor control, exercise and health psychology, and the social and ethical dimensions of sport, you’ll develop the expertise to pursue doctoral studies or research-focused careers in academia, healthcare, and industry.

Entry point:

  • September (full-time)

Pathway and Duration:

  • Thesis – 6 terms (2 years)

Application deadline:

  • February 15

Applications may be considered after the deadline on a first come, first served basis until the program is full. International applicants interested in applying after the posted application deadline should contact the program for details on availability.

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Admission requirements

  • A four-year bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution, in Kinesiology, Physical Education, Exercise or Sport Science, Human Kinetics, or similar, with a minimum average of 75% in the last two years of study.
  • Students with a Bachelor’s degree in such related fields as Bioengineering, Biology, Gerontology, Child and Youth Studies, Psychology, Sociology may also be eligible, although additional course work may be required.
  • Applicants must have undergraduate preparation in research methods in either quantitative or qualitative data analysis. Applicants who do not have this preparation may be admitted to the program as a conditional student.
  • Applicants that are required to provide proof of English language proficiency must meet the standard graduate minimum requirements (IELTS 6.5 overall, with no band below 6.0, or an approved equivalent), as outlined on the Graduate English Language Proficiency webpage.

See also the full program admission requirements as outlined in the Graduate Academic Calendar and the general admission requirements for graduate-level study.

Application materials

In addition to the online application and payment of the non-refundable application fee, applicants are required to submit:

  • Transcripts from all previous post-secondary study.
  • Two (2) references (academic preferred).
  • A statement of intent - a free-form letter or essay of no more than two (2) pages, in which applicants indicate their career aspirations/plans, specific research interests, and experience relevant to the program.
  • Prospective students are required to make personal contact with potential supervisors and make note of this in the application process.

Visit our How to Apply page for full overview of the application process, and our Application Documents page for details on document requirements and upload instructions.