Kinesiology - MKin - Course

University of Calgary

Canada, Calgary

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University of Calgary

Canada , Calgary

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 16 month(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 5,046 / terms

Apply Date March-2023

Next Intake March-2026

Kinesiology - MKin - Course

About

The Master of Kinesiology (MKin) is a course-based graduate program designed for students looking to develop advanced knowledge and practical skills in exercise physiology. This program prepares graduates for careers in health and wellness, chronic disease management, occupational evaluation, and high-performance sport through applied learning and real-world experience.

This program provides advanced training in exercise testing and prescription that can prepare students to pursue the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology’s Certified Exercise Physiologist (CSEP-CEP) exam.

Completing this program

Courses: Topics include integrative and clinical exercise physiology, fitness testing, training strategies, nutrition, sport psychology.
Capstone: A self-directed project where students apply advanced knowledge to address a practical challenge in exercise science.
Practical Experience: The program includes hands-on learning and practicum placements to apply skills in professional settings.

Specializations

Applied Exercise Physiology

Disciplines

Faculty of Kinesiology

Requirements

Entry Requirements

GPA

A minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree.

Minimum education

A four-year baccalaureate degree with a minimum grade of "B" or 3.00 in each of the following undergraduate prerequisite courses (or equivalents): Anatomy, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Exercise and Sport Psychology, Statistics

Work samples

None

Documents

(Optional) A CV with demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and capable of independent study as shown in undergraduate studies, volunteer work and/or work experience in exercise science areas will be considered.

Reference letters

Two

Test scores

None

English Program Requirements

An applicant whose primary language is not English may fulfill the English language proficiency requirement in one of the following ways:

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iB T including TOEFL iBT Home Edition) minimum score of 86 (Internet-based, with no section less than 20).
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.5 (with no section less than 6.0).
Cambridge C1 Advanced or Cambridge C2 Proficiency minimum score of 180.
Pearson Test of English (PTE) score of 59 or higher
Canadian Academic English Language test (CAEL) overall score of 70 (no section less than 60).
Academic Communication Certificate (ACC) minimum of B+ in each course.
Duolingo English Test obtaining a minimum score of 125 (with no sub-score below 105).

*Please contact your program of interest if you have any questions about ELP requirements.

Career

Exercise physiologist, Coach, Kinesiologist, Teacher, Personal Trainer, Strength and Conditioning Trainer/Coach, Exercise Specialist.
Pathway to healthcare fields (e.g., Medicine, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Athletic Therapy)

A course-based master’s degree in kinesiology is usually considered a final degree.