Master of Arts (M.A.) Kinesiology and Physical Education (Thesis) Program By McGill University |Top Universities

Master of Arts (M.A.) Kinesiology and Physical Education (Thesis)

Subject Ranking

# 7QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

24 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

21,973 CADTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

Anatomy and Physiology

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The thesis programs in Kinesiology and Physical Education are designed to help students develop research skills and expertise in their selected areas of research. All students must have a physical science background to study in the M.Sc. program and a social-psychological background to study in the M.A. program. Students are supervised by a faculty researcher in their respective laboratory or clinical locations. The M.A. in Kinesiology and Physical Education (Thesis) focuses on research in the social and pedagogical sciences related to kinesiology, physical activity, and physical education. Related areas of research include, but not limited to, physical and health education, sport sociology and cultural studies; adapted physical activity; and sport and exercise psychology.

Program overview

Main Subject

Anatomy and Physiology

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The thesis programs in Kinesiology and Physical Education are designed to help students develop research skills and expertise in their selected areas of research. All students must have a physical science background to study in the M.Sc. program and a social-psychological background to study in the M.A. program. Students are supervised by a faculty researcher in their respective laboratory or clinical locations. The M.A. in Kinesiology and Physical Education (Thesis) focuses on research in the social and pedagogical sciences related to kinesiology, physical activity, and physical education. Related areas of research include, but not limited to, physical and health education, sport sociology and cultural studies; adapted physical activity; and sport and exercise psychology.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

86+
3+
6.5+
1. An undergraduate degree in Physical and Health Education, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or its equivalent is required. 2. A minimum academic standing equivalent to a CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or a GPA of 3.2 out of 4.0 in the last two years of full-time studies.
2 Years
Feb
Sep
  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

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10,924 CAD

International Students

21,973 CAD
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Postgraduate admission requirements include a bachelor’s degree in a subject related to the field of study at a recognised university, a GPA of 3.2 (or any foreign equivalent) and proof of proficiency in English. For more information of minimum entry requirements, contact a graduate program coordinator.


Funding for international students

Tuition fees at McGill University are on a per credit basis or a flat rate basis depending on your status, ranging between CA$16,000-19,000 (approximately US$19,900-15,300). Calculate your tuition fee estimate here. However, special funding is available. In fact, as a graduate student at McGill University, you’re very likely to qualify for external funding. 

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