Program Requirement:
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.
Thesis Courses (24 credits)
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EDKP 691
Thesis Research 1
6 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: A comprehensive literature review in the general area of the thesis topic. Independent work under the supervision of the thesis advisor(s).
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDKP 692
Thesis Research 2
6 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Independent work under the supervision of the thesis advisor(s) culminating with a written proposal and oral seminar explaining the direction of the thesis research.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDKP 693
Thesis Research 3
6 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Ongoing research pertaining to the thesis under the direction of the thesis advisor(s).
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDKP 694
Thesis Research 4
6 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Independent work under the supervision of the thesis advisor(s). Final submission and approval of the thesis.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
Required Courses (9 credits)
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EDKP 605
Research Methods 1
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: A critical examination of philosophical issues, current paradigms, and research methodologies related to conducting research in kinesiology and physical education.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 621
Seminar in Kin & Physcl Ed 1A
1.5 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Seminars given by students and invited speakers covering different areas of research related to kinesiology and physical education.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- Ross Andersen
- Ross Andersen
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EDKP 622
Seminar in Kin & Physcl Ed 2A
1.5 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Seminars given by students and invited speakers covering different areas of research related to kinesiology and physical education.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- Ross Andersen
- Ross Andersen
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EDKP 623
Seminar in Kin & Physcl Ed 3A
1.5 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Seminars given by students and invited speakers covering different areas of research related to kinesiology and physical education.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- Ross Andersen
- Ross Andersen
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EDKP 624
Seminar in Kin & Physcl Ed 4A
1.5 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Seminars given by students and invited speakers covering different areas of research related to kinesiology and physical education.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
Complementary Courses (12 credits)
3 credits from:
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EDKP 631
Qualitative Methods
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Examination of qualitative research methods and methodologies in sport, physical education and physical activity settings, including issues of epistemology, ontology, research paradigms, methods of data collection, analysis, and forms of representing qualitative research findings.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDPE 676
Intermediate Statistics
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Ed Psych & Couns (Psychology): Concepts and procedures of conducting basic descriptive and inferential statistics, including analysis of variance, correlation, and regression models. Provides experience with data-analysis tools.
Offered by: Educational&Counselling Psych
9 credits from:
Students must take a minimum of 9 credits of coursework in a classroom setting that is relevant to their area of research selected in consultation with the Graduate Student Adviser.
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EDKP 548
Applied Exercise Psychology
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: This course examines common theories and interventions used to understand and promote physical activity by (a) reviewing, discussing, and critically evaluating theories of health behaviour change, and (b) learning and applying physical activity counselling strategies.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDKP 603
Individual Reading Course 1
6 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Supervised readings supervised by a member of staff. Topics will be chosen to suit individual interests.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- Philippe C Dixon, Dennis Jensen, Shawn Robbins, Jordan Koch, Charlotte Usselman, Tyler A Churchward-Venne
- Benoit J Gentil, Jenna Gibbs
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EDKP 616
Individual Reading Course 2
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Reading Course.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- Dennis Jensen, Lindsay Duncan
- Shane Sweet, Jordan Koch, Tyler A Churchward-Venne
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EDKP 625
Sport, PhysclAct&Social Theory
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Introduction to various social theories that have helped to advance the study of sport and physical activity. Theories will be applied to current debates about a range of public issues, including gender, race, and identity issues; the body and body image; exercise and technology; and health promotion.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDKP 631
Qualitative Methods
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Examination of qualitative research methods and methodologies in sport, physical education and physical activity settings, including issues of epistemology, ontology, research paradigms, methods of data collection, analysis, and forms of representing qualitative research findings.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDKP 654
Sport Psychology
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: The psychological factors and personality characteristics that influence diverse aspects of sport and physical activity. Seminars focus on discussions/presentations of theory, psychometrics and application of psychological principles to behaviour in sport.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 664
Motor Learning and Behaviour
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: The analysis of conditions and factors related to human learning and performance or behavioural potential using the information processing model of behaviour. Seminar format is used to discuss experimentation and theory that examine motor skill acquisition.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDKP 671
Experimental Problems
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Study in one area of: ergo-physiology or biomechanics or psychology of motor performance or motor performance for exceptional children. To provide an opportunity to conduct a research project and develop an awareness of the problems involved in the area of concentration under departmental supervision.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- Gordon A Bloom, Shane Sweet, Jenna Gibbs
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EDKP 672
Advanced Experimental Problems
6 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Students conduct a research project and focus on advanced and intensive experiemental problems involved in the area of concentration under departmental supervision.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDPE 676
Intermediate Statistics
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Ed Psych & Couns (Psychology): Concepts and procedures of conducting basic descriptive and inferential statistics, including analysis of variance, correlation, and regression models. Provides experience with data-analysis tools.
Offered by: Educational&Counselling Psych
Students may also take courses (500, 600, or 700 level) outside of the department chosen in consultation with the supervisor or student adviser, up to a maximum of 6 credits.