The Master of Arts in Human Kinetics at the University of Ottawa offers you an advanced pathway to contribute to the scientific understanding and practical application of sport, physical activity, and health. This postgraduate degree is ideal if you are looking to deepen your expertise and develop critical thinking skills to address complex issues within this broad field. You will explore opportunities to accumulate data and foster problem-solving abilities, preparing you to play a significant role in Canadian society by advancing knowledge in biophysical sciences and their societal impact.
This full-time, on-campus Master of Arts program is structured over two years, guiding you through rigorous research methods and data analysis. You will engage with compulsory courses in either qualitative or quantitative data analysis and research methods, alongside selected topics modules focusing on sociocultural studies, psychology, pedagogy, management, or leisure studies. The program culminates in a substantial Master's thesis, following a proposal stage, where you will apply your acquired knowledge. You will graduate prepared for careers in research, academia, or specialised roles within the sport, physical activity, and health sectors.