Admission Requirements

General

Potential applicants may contact the Graduate Adviser of the School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education for application information. However, to pursue formal admission, the student must complete the application provided on the Graduate Admissions and Records Office website <registrar.uvic.ca/grad>.

Admission To Master's Programs

In addition to the requirements required by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, admission to the master's graduate programs in the School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education requires an undergraduate degree in Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education or related field. Applicants to the MA and MSc programs should state their specific area of research interest, include a brief statement of academic and career goals, and identify a faculty member as a possible supervisor. MEd Coaching Studies applicants should include a resume of their coaching experience and certification levels. Copies of certificates are required as proof of certification.

Admission to the Doctoral Program

In addition to the requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, admission to the doctoral program in the School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education includes a master's degree in kinesiology or related field, a letter describing the proposed research topic, two academic referees and a current curriculum vitae.

Deadlines

Applications may be received at any time, but see specific deadline below. Early application is appreciated.

January 15:

• For applicants to the School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education MSc or MA who are seeking admission the following September.
• For applicants to the School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education MEd Coaching Studies degree who are seeking admission the following July.
• For applicants to the School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education PhD program who are seeking admission the following September.