Our Master of Science (MSc) in Kinesiology is designed with the objective of providing you with a highly integrated and multidisciplinary approach to the examination of the relationships among physical activity, health and disease in various populations.
Explore your research interest and become specialized in a kinesiology sub-discipline including biomechanics, health, exercise physiology, motor control, sport psychology, ethics, sport governance, and sport history. The emphasis of the thesis will be based on your own interests and your adviser’s research interests within this broad framework.
This program is normally completed in two years (six consecutive terms). You will complete three and a half credits, including a master’s thesis.
To graduate, you must obtain a grade of B- in all graduate courses, with an overall average of B.
In your first year of the program, you’ll take KP601: Seminar in Kinesiology I; and KP622: Research Design in Kinesiology. In your second year, you’ll take KP611: Seminar in Kinesiology II.
You’ll also choose one elective course, and an approved half credit course with a methodological/analytical focus depending on your interests and the focus of your research.
Our faculty supervise students in a wide range of research interests, including:
"Being a part of this program allowed me to collaborate with other students and faculty members. Not only did I get to learn from these collaborators, but I learned that a problem is better solved when examined from multiple lenses. These are the lessons that I have carried into my current position and plan to apply throughout the rest of my career."
Emily Dunn (MKin '17), research assistant in the Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery at McMaster University
Take the first step in your graduate education and apply to one of our graduate programs. Follow our three-step admission process — we’ll walk you through how to apply and prepare for your first day as a graduate student.
After you have submitted your OUAC application, paid the non-refundable application fee, and Laurier has received your application, you'll receive an email from gradadmissions@wlu.ca advising you to upload the additional required documentation to Laurier’s Online Registration and Information System (LORIS).
Please note, the application process and the uploading of supplemental documentation, which includes references, typically takes two weeks. To avoid disappointment, apply early.
An application for admission to our Master of Science in Kinesiology program must include:
Visit our Graduate Admissions Toolkit for more information about applying.
Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential to graduate studies at Laurier. Applicants whose language of instruction during their previous postsecondary education was not in English must submit evidence of proficiency in English. If applicable, results from accepted testing services must be uploaded to LORIS.
Questions? Contact kingrad@wlu.ca.
"Throughout my studies in the master’s program I was able to learn and develop many skills that are not limited to the ability to write scientifically, perform statistical analyses, and present in front of large audiences. Learning these valuable lessons, and working with exceptional professors during my thesis, gave me a distinct advantage in the job market."
Jake Davidson (MSc '16), research associate for the Division of Paediatric Surgery at the Children’s Hospital at London Health Sciences Centre
Regardless of the type of graduate degree program you intend to pursue, financial planning is important. At Laurier, we want to provide you with as much information as possible about a variety of scholarship and funding opportunities and equip you with the skills to manage your finances effectively in the years to come.
Our graduates have gone on to work in professional fields, academics/education, rehabilitation and research. Graduates also pursue further education in doctoral programs, medical school, physiotherapy, business, naturopathy and education.
Examples of jobs held by our graduates include:
ASPIRE is Laurier's professional skills development training program for graduate students. The program helps you craft an individualized, extracurricular learning plan tailored to your professional journey and entry to the workplace.
Learn about the interests of our faculty members. If you are looking for more information about this program, have questions, or want to set up a meeting, contact a member of our team.
Pam Bryden
Professor
Michael Cinelli
Associate Professor
Kimberley Dawson
Professor
Tim Elcombe
Associate Professor
Mark Eys
Professor
Laurier Research Chair, Group Dynamics and Physical Activity
Graduate Coordinator
Paula Fletcher
Professor
Diane Gregory
Associate Professor
Alanna Harman
Assistant Professor
Tom J. Hazell
Associate Professor
Jayne Kalmar
Associate Professor
Renée S. MacPhee
Associate Professor
Stephen Perry
Professor
Jennifer Robertson-Wilson
Associate Professor
Margaret Schneider
Associate Professor
Jill Tracey
Associate Professor
Stephen Wenn
Professor
Undergraduate Advisor
