Overview

Master’s of Science (MSc) degree in Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation at the University of Alberta prepares students for a wide variety of advanced career possibilities in the applied health sciences, recreation, kinesiology, and sport management.

Interdisciplinary opportunities

The programs take advantage of our professors’ collaborative, interdisciplinary research activities. You will have the opportunity to take courses across the UA campus and to extend your academic and professional networks beyond those in our own faculty.

Collegial community

We are a relatively small faculty in a big university. You will be able to take advantage of all of the opportunities that a top-100 world ranked university has to offer, along with the benefits of a close-knit, supportive community of peers.

As an MSc student you will:

Hone your analytical skills

Gain in-depth training and understanding in your area of interest

Foster the research skills necessary to have an impact in the applied health sciences

Benefit from the broad cross-disciplinary approach of our professors

Engage with a collaborative, supportive and collegial peer group

Expand your professional and academic networks

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Adapted Physical Activity

Coaching Studies and Sport Psychology

Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine

Neuroscience and Movement

Physiology

Recreation, Sport and Tourism

Sociocultural

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-17 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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120

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edmonton, Canada

Disciplines

Sport and Exercise Science Kinesiology View 49 other Masters in Kinesiology in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Duolingo English Test

120

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum Requirements

Admission is competitive; meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

You must meet the minimum requirements in all subjects, even after receiving an admission offer, in order to remain admissible. (See your admission offer letter for more details.)

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

10018 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10018 CAD per year during 30 months.
National

4827 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4827 CAD per year during 30 months.

Living costs for Edmonton

1201 - 1992 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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