Program Overview

Master of Science Human Kinetics

The Master of Science Human Kinetics program at the University of Ottawa is designed to provide students with an integrated approach to the study of sport, physical activity, and health. The program allows students and professors to share research interests and professional expertise, contributing to the broad field of human kinetics.

Program Description

The MSc program in Human Kinetics pursues three major objectives:

• To contribute to the accumulation of facts and scientific data related to sport, physical activity, and health, as well as to foster the development of critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities.
• To facilitate the acquisition of quantitative and qualitative knowledge in the field of biophysical sciences of sport, physical activity, and health.
• To prepare human kinetics specialists to play a determinant role in Canadian society.

Main Areas of Research

The focus of the program is on biophysical sciences, such as biomechanics, physiology, and psychomotor aspects, as they relate to sport, physical activity, and health.

Other Programs Offered

Within the same discipline or in related areas, the university offers other programs, including:

• Master of Arts Human Kinetics (MA)
• Master of Human Kinetics with Concentration Sport Management (MHK)
• Master of Human Kinetics with Concentration Mental Performance Consulting (MHK)
• Master of Arts Human Kinetics with Specialization Feminist and Gender Studies (MA)
• Doctorate in Philosophy Human Kinetics (PhD)
• Doctorate in Philosophy Human Kinetics with Specialization Canadian Studies (PhD)

Fees and Funding

Program fees are estimated and available under the section "Finance your studies." International students enrolled in a French-language program may be eligible for a differential tuition fee exemption. For possibilities of financing graduate studies, students should consult the "Awards and financial support" section.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible, candidates must:

• Have an honours bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in human kinetics or a related field, with a minimum average of 70% (B).
• Identify at least one professor who is willing to supervise their research and thesis.
• Applicants whose first language is neither French nor English must provide proof of proficiency in the language of instruction.

Language Requirements

Applicants must be able to understand, write, and fluently speak the language of instruction (French or English) in the program to which they are applying. Proof of linguistic proficiency may be required.

Program Requirements

Students must meet the following requirements:

• Coursework: Students must complete compulsory courses, including Quantitative Data Analysis in Sport, Physical Activity, and Health, and Selected Topics in Sport, Physical Activity, and Health.
• Thesis Proposal: Students must complete a Master's Thesis Proposal.
• Thesis: Students must complete a Master's Thesis.

Course List

The program includes a variety of courses, such as:

• APA 6101: Quantitative Data Analysis in Sport, Physical Activity, and Health
• APA 6102: Selected Topics in Sport, Physical Activity, and Health: Physiological Studies
• APA 6103: Selected Topics in Sport, Physical Activity, and Health: Biomechanics
• APA 6302: Qualitative Research Methods in Sport, Physical Activity, and Health
• APA 6303: Quantitative Research Methods in Sport, Physical Activity, and Health

Research Fields and Facilities

The University of Ottawa is among Canada's top 10 research universities, with research strengths in four Strategic Areas of Research:

• Creating a sustainable environment
• Advancing just societies
• Shaping the digital world
• Enabling lifelong health and wellness The Faculty of Health Sciences is involved in various research centers and institutes, including the LIFE Research Institute, the Music and Health Research Institute, and the Centre for Research on Health and Nursing.

Fast-Track from Master's to PhD

Students enrolled in the master's program in human kinetics at the University of Ottawa may be eligible to fast-track directly into the doctoral program without writing a master's thesis. For additional information, students should consult the "Admission Requirements" section of the PhD program.

Minimum Requirements

The passing grade in all courses is C+. Academic Regulation applies for withdrawal from the program of study.

Notes

Programs are governed by academic regulations in effect for graduate studies. In accordance with the University of Ottawa regulation, students have the right to complete their assignments, examinations, research papers, and theses in French or in English.