MA/MSc in Kinesiology in Canada at UVic Canada

Program Overview for MA/MSc in Kinesiology in Canada:

Exercise, sports, and sports change lives and enrich communities. Our curriculum follows a research-based education approach, emphasizing the role of students in learning. You will gain knowledge and confidence and become a leader in sports science and health education. Your degree will give you a competitive advantage in teaching, management, or sports medicine.

In this master's program, you will learn about physical activity and its impact on health, society, and quality of life. You will receive pre-professional training in physical and occupational therapy, medicine, and health-related fields. You will conduct class work and research under the supervision of a teacher. You will complete a thesis or non-thesis-based research project.

Areas of focus

• Coaching
• Exercise science
• Fitness leadership
• Kinesiology
• Leisure service administration
• Physical education
• Sociocultural analyses of sports
• Sport and exercise psychology
• Sports management
• Sports medicine

The eligibility for MA/MSc in Kinesiology in Canada for both domestic and international student is:

Potential applicants may contact the Graduate Adviser of the School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education for application information. However, to pursue formal admission, the student must complete the Graduate Admissions and Records Office application.

In addition to the requirements required by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, admission to the master’s graduate programs in the School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education requires an undergraduate degree in Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education, or related field. Applicants to all MA and MSc programs should include a Letter of Intent, which states their specific area of research interest, include a brief statement of academic and career goals, and identify a faculty member as a possible supervisor. MEd Coaching Studies applicants should include a resumé of their coaching experience and certification levels. Copies of certificates are required as proof of certification.

Deadlines

Although applications may be received before the start of the entry point desired (September, January, or May), it is recommended that students enter in September when the required courses commence. The recommended deadline is May 31st for domestic applications to enter the September entry point. For international applicants, see the recommended international application deadlines below.

Recommended international application deadlines

Primarily for VISA applicants and permanent residents whose most recent transcripts are coming from overseas institutions:

• Apply by December 15th for the September entry point
• Apply by April 15th for the January entry point
• Apply by October 15th for the May entry point

Note to all applicants: To be eligible for consideration to be nominated by the School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education for a UVic Graduate Award, applicants must have accepted an offer to commence their program by July 31st.

These are the test eligibilities for the MA/MSc in Kinesiology to qualify.

The international student tuition fees and costs for MA/MSc in Kinesiology in Canada.

All graduate students must have a faculty member who serves as their academic supervisor. When you apply:

• You must list a potential supervisor on your application
• This faculty member must agree to be your supervisor and recommend your admission.

To find a supervisor, review the faculty contacts. When you've found a faculty member whose research complements your own, contact them by email.

Contact the graduate secretary at epheprogasst@uvic.ca or 250-721-6682.

Graduate students registered in full-time programs are automatically considered for a fellowship. This is based on a qualifying GPA.

Individual award amounts may vary depending on the program.

UVic Fellowship Awards

• Up to $17,500 per year (masters)
• Up to $20,000 per year (Ph.D.)

UVic Graduate Awards

• Up to $10,000 per year (masters and PhD)

Eligibility

• The minimum requirement for funding consideration is an A- average on the last two years of coursework
• Domestic and international students are considered equally for funding
• Full-time registration (3.0 units) for UVic Fellowship holders and at least part-time registration (1.5 units) for UVic Graduate Award holders
• Full-time registration for students registered with the Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) is 1.5 units

Every year we employ many graduate students to assist with teaching, research, and lab instruction.

• Their academic units hire teaching assistants (TAs) to assist with teaching and grading courses. These are unionized, hourly positions.
• Faculty members hire research assistants (RAs) to help with their research. These roles are sometimes called scientific assistants or laboratory instructors. RA salaries come from faculty members’ research grants. Because of this, RA hours, salary, and other details are worked out between you and the faculty member.

Work-study

The work-study program offers part-time jobs on campus that fit your course schedule.

To be eligible, you must:

• Be a full-time student
• Demonstrate financial need
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN)

Co-operative Education Program (co-op)

UVic is home to the largest graduate co-op program in Canada. You can add a co-op to your master’s or doctoral studies for work experience in your field of study.

Bursaries

We offer non-repayable bursaries based on financial needs.

To be eligible for a bursary, you must be:

• Already receiving the maximum government student loans available to you
• In full-time status as determined by the Faculty of Graduate Studies
• In good academic standing