Overview

Master’s of Science (MSc) degree in Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation at the University of Alberta prepares students for a wide variety of advanced career possibilities in the applied health sciences, recreation, kinesiology, and sport management.

Interdisciplinary opportunities

The programs take advantage of our professors’ collaborative, interdisciplinary research activities. You will have the opportunity to take courses across the UA campus and to extend your academic and professional networks beyond those in our own faculty.

Collegial community

We are a relatively small faculty in a big university. You will be able to take advantage of all of the opportunities that a top-100 world ranked university has to offer, along with the benefits of a close-knit, supportive community of peers.

As an MSc student you will:

Hone your analytical skills

Gain in-depth training and understanding in your area of interest

Foster the research skills necessary to have an impact in the applied health sciences

Benefit from the broad cross-disciplinary approach of our professors

Engage with a collaborative, supportive and collegial peer group

Expand your professional and academic networks

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Adapted Physical Activity

Coaching Studies and Sport Psychology

Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine

Neuroscience and Movement

Physiology

Recreation, Sport and Tourism

Sociocultural

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edmonton, Canada

Disciplines

Sport and Exercise Science Kinesiology View 10 other Masters in Sport and Exercise Science in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

The MSc accepts Canadian and international students.

You must have a four-year baccalaureate degree, or its academic equivalent, in physical education, kinesiology, recreation or another related degree.
An admission grade point average of 3.0 on most 4.0 grading systems or B on most letter grading systems, based on your most recent two years of full-time study (or equivalent).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

10519 CAD / year

≈ 10519 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4924 CAD / year

≈ 4924 CAD / year

Living costs

Edmonton

Canada

1201 - 1992 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation.

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About

Overview

Interdisciplinary opportunities

Collegial community

As an MSc student you will:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Edmonton

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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