Programs

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Master of Kinesiology (MKin)

Coursework | Full-time | On campus

The Master of Kinesiology coursework program provides students with an opportunity to build advanced professional skills through evidence-based coursework, work-integrated learning and a unique 420-hour internship. The one-year program prepares students for careers across clinical exercise, workplace health, fitness and performance settings. MKin students also earn Waterloo's Graduate Certificate in Work-Integrated Learning through 150+ hours of experiential learning embedded in the program.

MSc Kinesiology and Health Sciences

Thesis | Full-time or part-time | On campus

The Master of Science thesis program aims to advance knowledge in human health and movement sciences, and to foster a unique interdisciplinary research approach. Course work and research is focused in four specialization areas: Biomechanics, Neuroscience, Physiology and Nutrition, or Health and Behaviour. You'll acquire knowledge to pursue research at a superior level, develop a facility with quantitative methods, and obtain an understanding of the components that together make up the multidiscipline of kinesiology.

As a MSc graduate, you will be well-prepared to proceed on to doctoral studies, professional health care programs, or take higher standing positions in the private sector.

Collaborative Aeronautics Program (CAP)

While completing your MSc Kinesiology and Health Sciences degree, you can also complete aeronautical training alongside CAP students from other fields. The CAP will uniquely equip the next generation of leaders with the interdisciplinary skills needed to align innovation with impact.

Learn more about the MSc Kinesiology and Health Sciences - Aeronautics.

PhD Kinesiology and Health Sciences

 Thesis | Full-time or part-time | On campus 

In the Doctor of Philosophy program, you'll complete graduate level courses including cross-disciplinary seminars and specialized graduate research seminars, complete comprehensive examinations, conduct research and submit your work to peer reviewed presentations and publications. Course work and research is focused in four fields: Biomechanics, Neuroscience, Physiology and Nutrition, or Health and Behaviour.

Our students are known for achieving high levels of autonomy in design, conduct and interpretation of their research topics. As a graduate, you'll be well-positioned for a career in teaching, research or industry.

Collaborative Aeronautics Program (CAP)

While completing your PhD Kinesiology and Health Sciences degree, you can also complete aeronautical training alongside CAP students from other fields. The CAP will uniquely equip the next generation of leaders with the interdisciplinary skills needed to align innovation with impact.

Learn more about the PhD Kinesiology and Health Sciences - Aeronautics.

Collaborative PhD Aging, Health and Well-being

 Thesis | Full-time or part-time |  On campus  

The PhD in Aging, Health and Well-being provides you with an interdisciplinary platform upon which to develop a broad understanding of issues related to the health and well-being of our aging population.

You can register in any of the academic units in the Faculty of Health, including the Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences, and access courses and resources across the Faculty, including dissertation committee members, who can add different perspectives to penetrating research problems.

A day in the life of a graduate student