Graduate programs
Here's what we offer:
- MPE (Administration, Curriculum, and Supervision)
- MSc (Kin) (Exercise and Work Physiology)
- MSc (Kin) (Biomechanics/Ergonomics)
- MSc (Kin) (Sport Psychology)
Memorial conferred its first degree in Master of Physical Education (MPE) in 1975, and in the spring of 2005 we saw our first graduates with a Master of Science in Kinesiology (M.Sc.). The School of Human Kinetics and Recreation now has more than 100 students registered for graduate studies in 2010-2011, and we look forward to opening our doors to even more students in the future.
Our graduates have moved on to a variety of professions and include university professors, lawyers, engineers, administrators, and teachers.
Many of our graduate students have also gone on to pursue doctoral studies in a number of exciting fields.
We offer our graduate programs in both full-time and part-time formats, with a number of different options available to students.
Students completing an MPE can focus on administration, curriculum, or supervision, while those completing their M.Sc. can focus on exercise physiology, ergonomics/biomechanics, or sport psychology.
Our programs
The M.Sc. (Kinesiology) program commenced in 2005. In its short history, 10 masters students have continued on to doctoral programs. Graduate students have authored or co-authored approximately 20 peer-reviewed articles in that period.
The laboratories are well equipped with 3 EMG acquisition systems, 2 metabolic carts, hypoxic air generator, force platform, muscle stimulation unit, immersion tank, accelerometers, lumbar motion monitor, and a variety of strain gauges among other equipment.
Seven new courses have been introduced that reflect the present issues in the physical education curriculum. Graduates have moved on to a variety of professions and include university professors, lawyers, engineers, administrators, and teachers. Many Graduate students have also gone on to pursue doctoral studies in a number of exciting fields. Graduate programs are offered in both full-time and part-time formats, with a number of different options available to students.
The MPE program provides professional training to leaders in the fields of physical education, sport and recreation. While some students concentrate in the areas of administration, curriculum and supervision in physical education, others opt for studies in related professional areas. These areas include parks and recreation, sport and leisure administration and management, and sport science.
Students are encouraged to conduct interdisciplinary study in collaboration with other faculties and schools of Memorial, and to pursue independent reading and research under the direction of their supervisors.
Many off-campus agencies offer excellent field experience opportunities for students who wish to individualize programs of study, research, and practical experience through the internship option.
Minimum admission requirements
- For MPE: Bachelor's degree (second class or 'B' average in Physical Education and/or Recreation and Leisure studies courses after first year) in Physical Education, Recreation and Leisure Studies, or closely related field
- For MSc (Kin): Bachelor's degree ('B' standing) in an appropriate area of study
Master of Physical Education Regulations
Master of Science in Kinesiology Regulations
Application deadlines
- March 1 (MPE applicants) for Fall admission
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May 1 (MSc (Kin) applicants) for Fall admission (applicants who wish to be considered for funding are strongly encouraged to apply by this deadline)
- No set deadline for Winter and Spring admission (MSc (Kin))
For more information, contact Dr. David Behm, associate dean, Graduate Studies and Research, and Chair of the Graduate Studies Committee at 709-864-3408.
