Program Overview
The Kinesiology at University of Victoria British Columbia is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Kinesiology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Victoria, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Kinesiology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Physiological Issues in Physical Activity and Health
- Psychological Issues in Physical Activity and Health
- Neuroscience in Physical Activity and Health
- Issues in Health Promotion and Wellness
- Pedagogical Issues in Physical Activity and Health
- Statistical Methods in Education
- Qualitative Research Genres Applied to Education, Health & Society
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
How to apply (MA in Kinesiology)
Step 1: Make contact with your prospective supervisor and establish whether to apply or not
- Step 2: Visit the UVic Graduate Admissions and Records website. Follow the instructions on how to apply to become a University of Victoria graduate student.
- For admission to the MA in Kinesiology the following documents will need to be submitted to Graduate Admissions and Records:
- Assessment reports from two academic referees who can speak to your ability to undertake advanced studies
- Your academic transcripts
- A letter of intent (see Letter of intent)
- Evidence of English language proficiency (if relevant, see the Faculty of Graduate Studies website for more information about English Language proficiency)
- For admission to the MA in Kinesiology the following documents will need to be submitted to Graduate Admissions and Records:
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About University of Victoria British Columbia
University of Victoria British Columbia
Victoria, British Columbia
The University of Victoria (UVic) is a public research university located in the municipalities of Oak Bay and Saanich, British Columbia, Canada. Established in 1903 as Victoria College, the...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months