Kinesiology and Health Studies (MSc, PhD)
In the thesis-based master’s and doctoral programs in Kinesiology and Health Studies, students have the opportunity to specialize their knowledge and research within their chosen discipline, with the guidance and supervision of faculty members.
Graduate students conduct independent research projects in a broad range of kinesiology and health studies areas, like epidemiology, nutrition and exercise, neuro-rehabilitation and physical activity, leisure and therapeutic recreation, disability studies, and sport and recreation management.
You can focus your studies in one of four areas:
- Bio-Sciences in Sport, Exercise, and Health
- Humanities and Social Sciences in Sport, Leisure, Exercise and Health
- Management in Sport, Leisure, Exercise, and Health
- Health Studies
Learn the fundamental elements required for the planning, implementation, and information analysis for research projects designed to seek solutions to specialized problems. You will learn research methodologies and how to design a research project.
Through your studies, you will gain a deep understanding of a particular topic or phenomenon, which could be the foundation of a research career.
Graduates from our master’s and doctoral programs are prepared to enter practical settings, such as healthcare, sport and recreation management, and therapeutic recreation.Quick Facts
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Why Study Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina?
Graduate students in kinesiology and health studies develop critical thinking skills, writing and presentation skills, and searching skills, which are at the core of good research. Students also have opportunities for experiential learning and professional skills development in teaching.
They can also present their research at the annual KHS Research Day.Facilities
Within the bioscience areas of research, graduate students have access to equipment and lab space to examine body composition, brain and cardiac functioning, nutritional analysis, and body movement tracking and analysis.Research intensive
Our well-equipped research laboratories and research spaces allow our researchers to investigate a number of topics, including:
- Epidemiology and physical activity patterns
- Nutrition and exercise interventions for people with Type 2 diabetes
- Proprioceptive influences in motor control
- Creatine supplementation and physical activity
Student job opportunities
Many graduate students are hired as teaching assistants. We also hire graduate students to deliver, and sometimes develop, in-person and online classes.Contribute to the Faculty’s success
In addition to pursuing advanced degrees, KHS graduate students are actively involved in the functioning of our Faculty. This can include the delivery of academic classes, supporting the Athlete Health and Performance Initiative as strength and conditioning coaches or nutrition consultants, and overseeing the operations of summer sport camps, varsity sports, fitness classes, and intramurals.Expert faculty members
Learn from expert faculty members who are active researchers with diverse interests and strong national and international reputations within their fields.
Our faculty research interests include:
- Biomechanics of motor control and human movement
- Exercise physiology
- Musculoskeletal health
- Leisure and aging
- Leisure and marginalized populations
- Women’s experiences in sport organizations
- Physical activity, sedentary behaviour and obesity epidemiology
- Vaccine hesitancy and uptake
- Impact of colonialism on health
- Impact of environmental change on the health of Indigenous people
Kinesiology and Health Studies Frequently Asked Questions
Master of Science
A graduating average of at least 70 per cent from a four-year bachelor’s degree is required for admission. You must also secure a supervisor before applying to your program. For more information about admission requirements, refer to the graduate calendar.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Completion of a thesis-based master's program, or a non-thesis based master's program with relevant research experience, with a minimum graduating average of 70 per cent. Examples of acceptable programs may include: kinesiology, sport management, and health-related disciplines.
Prospective students must identify their area of research interest, along with a professor with the appropriate expertise who is willing to supervise. For more information about admission requirements, refer to the graduate calendar.All Master of Science students take KHS 800 - Graduate Seminar, which introduces them to the research process and research skills, such as academic searches, writing, and presentations.
They also take KHS 803 - Research Design in Kinesiology and Health, which introduces them to a range of epistemologies and both qualitative and quantitative research designs.
Doctoral students take 6 credits of KHS 900 – Professional Skills for Kinesiology and Health Research. This provides two opportunities to develop relevant skills, particularly if they go on to academic positions. This seminar provides practice in professional skills such as leadership, mentoring, collaboration/teamwork, knowledge translation, peer review and writing successful grant applications and manuscripts.Yes! Once you have been accepted as a fully-qualified graduate student with no conditions or holds on your admission, then you are eligible to apply for our scholarships, awards, and graduate teaching assistant positions. There are also opportunities to be hired as research assistants for faculty members conducting research.
Kinesiology and Health Studies
- Aboriginal Kinesiology and Health Studies Award
- NAASM Scholarship in Sport and Recreation Management
- Canada Games Graduate Fellowship in Sport and Recreation Management
- Joseph W. Schwann Graduate Award
Apply for this scholarship and more by visiting our Graduate Awards Portal (GAP), the U of R online graduate scholarship application system.
All Graduate Funding Opportunities
Visit our Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research website to learn about all graduate funding opportunities including:
- National Scholarships (including Tri Council funding)
- Awards to Study Abroad
- FGSR Funding/Special Awards
- Funding for Indigenous Students
What Can You Do With a Kinesiology and Health Studies Degree?
Upon successfully completing your graduate program in kinesiology and health studies, you will be ready for the next step of your career. Our graduates work for Garmin, Regina Exhibition Association Limited, Calgary West Central Primary Care Network, the Saskatchewan Health Authority, the Government of Saskatchewan, the RCMP, Mosaic Primary Care Network, Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation, and the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology.
University of Regina graduates with advanced degrees in kinesiology and health studies find careers such as:- Professor
- Physiotherapist
- Exercise physiologist
- Sport and health psychologist
- Sport consultant
- Athletic director
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