Kinesiology

Kinesiology is not just the study of movement. We are the length and breadth of the human condition, from the joy of competition, to the steps taken by cancer patients on their road back to wellness. We are in schools encouraging healthier habits and in labs researching the mysteries of why one child becomes obese while another doesn’t. Our graduate students are mentored by some of the top professors and researchers in the field in their original investigations, with the goal to advance the study of kinesiology, and to create leaders whose work will have an impact on society. Sharing knowledge is vital, and we work closely with other faculties, like the biomedical researchers in the Schulich School of Engineering and the mental health researchers in the Cumming School of Medicine.

Completing this program

• Courses: Topics may include nutrition for performance, applied exercise physiology, statistical techniques, muscle mechanics and more.
• Thesis: Students will be required to submit and defend an original thesis.
• Candidacy: Students will submit a research proposal and complete both oral and written candidacy exams.

Specializations

• Biomechanics
• Exercise & Health Physiology
• Health, Exercise and Sport Psychology
• Innovation in Pedagogy and Sport Performance
• Neuro-Motor Psychology & Motor Learning
• Nutrition, Metabolism & Genetics
• Rehabilitation
• Socio-Cultural Aspects of Sport & Physical Activity
• Sport History
• Sport Injury Epidemiology
• Sport Medicine

Outcomes

Academia, Research career, teaching (secondary and post-secondary), health care, health coach consulting, research associate, sporting careers (administration, coaching, sport psychology, strength and conditioning coach), injury prevention and rehabilitation, community/municipal programming.

A PhD in kinesiology is usually considered a final degree.