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Master of Arts in Applied Health Sciences Fields of Specialization Community Health Health and Physical Education Leisure Studies Sport Management Master of Science in Applied Health Sciences Fields of Specialization Health Sciences Kinesiology Dean John Corlett Faculty of Applied Health Sciences Associate Dean Mike Plyley Faculty of Applied Health Sciences Graduate Faculty |
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Professors Anthony Bogaert (Community Health Sciences) Associate Professors Kelli-an Lawrance (Community Health Sciences), Lynn Rempel (Nursing), Linda Ritchie (Nursing), Terry Wade (Community Health Sciences) Assistant Professors Heather-Lee Kilty (Nursing), Dan Malleck (Community Health Sciences), Lynn McCleary (Nursing), Miya Narushima (Community Health Sciences), Dawn Prentice (Nursing) |
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Professors Maureen Connolly (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Anna Lathrop (Physical Education & Kinesiology) Associate Professors Lorne Adams (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Nancy Francis (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Kimberley Gammage (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Diane Mack (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Jamie Mandigo (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Ian Ritchie (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Danny Rosenberg (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Philip Sullivan (Physical Education & Kinesiology) Assistant Professors Jarold Cosby (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Ken Lodeywk (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Chunlei Lu (Education), Cathy van Ingen (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Phil Wilson (Physical Education & Kinesiology) |
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Professors Peggy Hutchison (Recreation & Leisure Studies) Associate Professors Ann Marie Guilmette (Recreation & Leisure Studies), Colleen Hood (Recreation & Leisure Studies), Suzie Lane (Recreation & Leisure Studies), Tim O'Connell (Recreation & Physical Education), Shalini Singh (Recreation & Leisure Studies) Assistant Professors Martha Barnes (Recreation & Leisure Studies), Mary Breuning (Recreation & Leisure Studies), Sanghee Chun (Recreation & Leisure Studies), Scott Forrester (Recreation & Leisure Studies), Garrett Hutson (Recreation & Leisure Studies), Erin Sharpe (Recreation & Leisure Studies), Glenn Stalker (Recreation & Leisure Studies) |
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Professors John Corlett (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Richard Wolfe (Sport Management) Associate Professors Cheri Bradish (Sport Management), Laura Cousens (Sport Management), Hilary Findlay (Sport Management), Lisa Kikulis (Sport Management), Joanne MacLean (Sport Management), Julie Stevens (Sport Management), Lucie Thibault (Sport Management) Assistant Professors Craig Hyatt (Sport Management), Cheryl Mallen (Sport Management), Kirsty Spence (Sport Management) |
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Professors John Hay (Community Health Sciences) Associate Professors Brent Faught (Community Health Sciences), Brian Jeynes (Community Health Sciences), Jason Liu (Community Health Sciences), Deborah O'Leary (Community Health Sciences), Ana Sanchez (Community Health Sciences), Martin Tammemagi (Community Health Sciences), Evangelia Tsiani (Community Health Sciences), Hui Di Wang (Community Health Sciences) Assistant Professors Paul LeBlanc (Community Health Sciences) |
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Professors Mike Plyley (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Panagiota Klentrou (Physical Education & Kinesiology) Associate Professors Stephen Cheung (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Bareket Falk (Physical Education & Kinesiology, Gail Frost (Physical Education & Kinesiology), David Gabriel (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Kelly Lockwood (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Sandra Peters (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Brian Roy (Physical Education & Kinesiology) Assistant Professors Allan Adkin (Physical Education & Kinesiology), David Ditor (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Jae Patterson (Physical Education & Kinesiology), Rene Vandenboom, (Physical Education & Kinesiology) Administrative Assistants Jane DeMan 905-688-5550, extension 4358 Walker Complex 286 Bev Minor 905-688-5550, extension 4797 Walker Complex 285 |
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The Master's program in Applied Health Sciences offers Master's of Arts degrees with the fields of Community Health, Health and Physical Education, Leisure Studies and Sport Management, and Master's of Science degrees with the fields of Health Sciences and Kinesiology. Students receive a unique educational experience which combines mentorship of the student by a faculty supervisor and extensive small group work with fellow students and faculty from each of the five academic departments represented in the program: Community Health Sciences, Nursing, Physical Education and Kinesiology, Recreation and Leisure Studies and Sport Management. Students will gain in-depth training, knowledge and research experience through their thesis work while also benefiting from the broad, cross-disciplinary approach followed in the course work. The advanced course work and strong research experience are intended to prepare students to continue their graduate training at the doctoral level. Students will also be prepared to pursue the wide variety of career possibilities in health, kinesiology, recreation, and sport management. The objectives of the program are: a) to foster students' ability to do high quality, scientifically rigorous research in their discipline; b) to expand their understanding of concepts, theories and practices in their discipline such that they can successfully advance to doctoral studies; c) to provide the knowledge base and skills to analyze and evaluate programs, policies, environmental issues, and organizational structures related to applied health sciences; d) to enhance students' abilities to apply and disseminate new knowledge and practices to colleagues, practitioners, policy makers/analysts, and other professionals in applied health sciences. |
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Successful completion of an Honours Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline (For example, Health Studies, Nursing, Recreation and Leisure Studies, Kinesiology or Sport Management), with an overall average of not less than 75%. Students with an Honours Bachelor's degree in such related fields as Psychology, Planning, Sociology, Gerontology, Social Work, Biology and Business 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 an undergraduate research methods course and/or an undergraduate data analysis course may be admitted to the program as a conditional student. These students, however, must successfully complete, at the undergraduate level, the research methods and/or data analysis course within the first two terms in order to continue in the program. Agreement from a faculty advisor to supervise the student is also required for admission to the program. The Graduate Admissions Committee will review all applications and recommend admission for a limited number of suitable candidates. Admission to part-time study is not normally available. Individuals interested in part-time study should consult with the Graduate Program Director. |
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Basic degree requirements include the successful completion of at least four half course credits and a research project that culminates in a thesis (AHSC 5F90). The research project for the thesis will be chosen in consultation with the student's advisor. The courses will be chosen in consultation with the candidate's advisor, but normally will include: AHSC 5P00; one of AHSC 5P07 or AHSC 5P17; and two half-credit course electives. Students may choose a Selected Research Topic or Directed Study course, or a graduate level course (number 5(alpha)00 or above) from any graduate department in the University, to fulfill their two elective course requirements. Students normally register for AHSC 5P00 and one of either AHSC 5P07 or AHSC 5P17 in the first semester of study and two number 5(alpha)xx - level courses in the second semester of study. Students are expected to complete their course requirements within the first three terms of study, and conclude all requirements within six academic terms (two years). |
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A thesis proposal will be required of all MA/MSc students in the program. The proposal should contain a detailed statement of the research problem and significance in terms of its contribution to knowledge and/or practice, a precise account of the methodology or research techniques to be employed, plus an outline of the proposed data analysis procedures to be used. The student will be required to present and defend this proposal before the student's thesis advisory committee. The final thesis based on the completed research must also be successfully defended to satisfy the thesis requirement. |
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Students will pursue their studies with an emphasis in one of the six fields within the graduate program (Community Health, Health and Physical Education, Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Leisure Studies, Sport Management). The nature and topic of the research project undertaken by the student will determine the choice of faculty advisor and the subsequent degree specification. |
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Note: Not all courses are offered every session. Students must have their course selections approved by the Graduate Program Director each term. Refer to the Timetable for scheduling information: http://www.brocku.ca/registrar/guides/grad/timetable/terms.php MA/MSc Research and Thesis A research project involving the preparation and defence of a thesis proposal and a final thesis report which demonstrate a capacity for independent work. The thesis shall be carried out under the supervision of a faculty member and both the proposal and final thesis shall be defended at an oral examination. Philosophical and Methodological Issues in Applied Health Sciences A critical examination of philosophical issues, current paradigms, and research methodology related to the conduct of research. Discussion of published and ongoing research from a multidisciplinary perspective. Topics will vary with respect to the current research and expertise of the instructor. Integrative Seminar in Applied Health Sciences I Designed to provide students and faculty with the opportunity to discuss and debate current theories, methods, and issues as they apply to the multidisciplinary field of applied health sciences. Faculty members and students from a variety of areas within the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences will present research or specific issues to the forum for discussion. Integrative Seminar in Applied Health Sciences: II Designed to provide students and faculty with the opportunity to discuss and debate current theories, methods, and issues as they apply to the multidisciplinary field of applied health sciences. Examination of mechanisms and processes that contribute to, rehabilitate, or maintain the health and well-being of individuals and groups. Faculty members and students from a variety of areas within the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences will present research or specific issues to the forum for discussion. Organizational Analysis of Leisure, Sport and Community Based Organizations An introduction to selected topics in organizational theory and to discuss how these can be used to understand and conduct research on the different types of leisure and sport organizations (i.e., public organizations, nonprofit organizations, and commercial organizations). Leadership and Organizational Behavior in Leisure, Sport, and Community Based Organization Understanding and effectively managing behavior is critical for leaders in sport, recreation, health, and educational organizations. This course is designed to provide students from disparate Applied Health Science backgrounds an understanding of human behavior in organizations. Content will relate to theory, current research, and the practical application of the behavior of people in organizations and how that behavior interfaces with management. Quantitative Data Analysis and Interpretation Examines and applies a variety of statistical analysis techniques which can be used in a variety of research designs. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation and implications of empirical quantitative research in the field. Critical Analysis of Sport Management Research An examination of the nature of research used in sport management and the problems this research aims to address. Research themes may include: organizational theory, organizational behaviour, human resource management, sport policy, sport marketing, sport law, and sport economics. Power, Politics & Policy for Applied Health Sciences Examines the relationships between power, politics, and policy in sport, physical activity, health, and leisure, including theories of policy making and political theory, content and scope of policy, struggle for power within and between organizations, the role of non-governmental organizations, community development, advocacy, public participation, citizen engagement, and deliberative democracy. Qualitative Data Analysis and Interpretation Examines and applies a variety of qualitative data analysis techniques applicable in a variety of qualitative approaches, including the use of computer software programs in qualitative data analysis. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation and implications of empirical qualitative research in the field. Marketing Communications for Health, Sport and Recreation Service Organizations An exploration of the integrated role of communications in the marketing management function for health, sport and recreation service organizations. Special attention will be directed to the nature and methods of communication and marketing strategies, teamwork and collaboration with regard to the marketing team and client groups, and corporate and social responsibility theories. Consumer Behaviour in Recreation, Leisure and Sport Comprehensive analysis of the consumers of sport, recreation, and leisure, and the behaviours dictating their consumption of sport, recreation, and leisure-related goods and services. Strategic Alliances in Sport Management An examination of the strategies employed in the formation and implementation of sport organizations, and in the management and evaluation of inter-organizational relationships in sport organizations. Note: offered in conjunction with SPMA 4P25. Biostatistics in Applied Health Science Research Statistical principles and their applications in the applied health sciences with emphasis on advanced understanding of multivariate analysis and practical skills in statistical programming. Leisure Education (also offered as EDUC 5P29) The concept and application of leisure education with emphasis on "education for leisure" in the schools. Special consideration is to be given to the development of integrated and interdisciplinary units of instruction in leisure education and lifestyle planning, and the application of leisure research in education as it relates to Canada and other countries. Foundations of Leisure Studies An examination of contemporary variations in the meaning of leisure and the origins and trajectories of those meanings, including the historical, political, economic, and social foundations of leisure as an idea, and the practical concerns and issues that surround the interpretation of leisure, leisure behaviour, and the leisure services in contemporary society. Recreation Behaviour in Natural Environments An examination of the philosophical and theoretical perspectives utilized in understanding people's recreation and leisure behaviours in an outdoor context. Emphasis is placed on using contemporary research to explore foundational concepts that describe outdoor recreation and leisure behaviours, particularly from a Canadian viewpoint. Outdoor and Experiential Pedagogies An examination of theoretical knowledge and praxis related to outdoor and experiential pedagogies. An exploration of the ways in which these pedagogies can be employed to address the various intelligences and learning styles of individuals involved in outdoor therapeutic recreation experiences and employed in traditional classroom settings. Urban Leisure Consumption and Recreation Urban leisure and recreation is both delivered by voluntary, public and commercial service section and is the product of communities defining their identities, space and leisure in the urban environment. An investigation of the unique beneficial and problematic contributions the city makes to leisure experiences in urban health, social relationships, culture, deviance and public space. Note: completion of this course will replace previously assigned grade and credit obtained in AHSC 5V63. Interventions in Physical Activity and Health Health promotion strategies, with a focus on physical activity as a means to promote health across the lifespan and for various health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoporosis. Modern Epidemiology Concepts, principles and biostatistical tools of epidemiologic analysis required to conduct research studies. Critical evaluation of papers, protocols, and grants involving population studies of human health. Health Ethics An examination of selected topics in Health Ethics. An overview of the history, principles and applications of Health Ethics in research, clinical and institutional settings, incorporating both theoretical and applied perspectives and experiences. Directed Study Directed individual project in a substantive area to be chosen in consultation with a faculty advisor. Directed Reading Directed individual or group reading in an area of applied health sciences. Skeletal Muscle Physiology Physiological approach to understand the structure and function of muscle tissue under different conditions and in various pathological states. An examination and critical review of historical and current research in muscle physiology. Note: completion of this course will replace previously assigned grade and credit obtained in AHSC 5V63. Neural Control of Posture, Balance, and Gait An examination of the organization and processes underlying the control of human movement. Cognitive, affective, and behavioural influences are addressed in the context of normal development and aging and pathology models. Measurement Issues in Applied Health Science Research An overview of measurement issues central to applied health science research. Key measurement concepts and issues such as reliability, validity, psychometrics, instrument development and evaluation, item content relevance, and representation and construct validation. Pediatric Exercise Science An examination of the physiological responses to exercise and training among healthy children and the effect that growth may have on these responses, and of the potential benefits of physical activity and exercise among children with chronic illnesses. Cell Signaling Pathways in Health and Disease An examination of the fundamental insights and concepts in cellular signaling. The mechanism and biological role of mammalian cell signaling as a selection of major topics in signal transduction in relationship with homeostasis. Advanced Regulation of Fuel Metabolism Physiological approach to understanding the integration of substrate supply to skeletal muscle and energy production by muscle cells during exercise of different intensities. Examination and critical review of the current research in human metabolic regulation. Principles of Physiological Signals and Instrumentation Biological components of volitional movement in humans. Sensorimotor evoked potentials, and the relationship between muscle force and the electrical activity produced by the muscle. Theory and technology of electromyography are used to describe and quantify the relationship between neuromuscular input and mechanical output. Psychological Approaches to Health Behaviour Change An overview of the field of health behaviour change from a psychological perspective. The complexities involved in health behaviour change and the utility of psychological theories in planning, conducting, and evaluating health behaviour change interventions. Selected Research Topics Focuses on a specific research problem or issue. Topic(s) to be negotiated on a small group basis reflecting the research interests of faculty members. |
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2008-2009 Graduate Calendar
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