Admissions Requirements
PhD
Students in graduate studies at the University of Western Ontario are members of the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. Thus, applicants are admitted at the discretion of the School of Kinesiology subject to the approval of the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. The minimum requirements are:
- A minimum grade point average of A (75%) in courses taken at the master's level
- A completed master’s degree with distinction in Physical Education/Kinesiology (or its equivalent) equivalent from an accredited university
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Fast Tracking
“Fast tracking” occurs when a master's student is permitted to transfer to the PhD program prior to completion of his/her master’s degree. The admission requirements for fast tracking are as follows:
- Application prior to the completion of 6 terms of study at the Master’s level, but no sooner than the fourth term
- Completion of master’s course work requirement with a minimum average of 80%
- Letter of support from advisor and Advisory Committee indicating exceptional student
- Substantial involvement in submitted original peer reviewed publication
- Presentation to KGAC (Kinesiology Graduate Affairs Committee)by Student pertaining to proposed PhD research
Direct Entry
“Direct entry” occurs when applicants are admitted to the PhD degree following successful completion of a 4-year baccalaureate. The criteria for admission to a PhD degree via the direct entry option are as follows:
- Successful completion of a 4-year baccalaureate
- Admission average of at least 85%
- Demonstrated capability of advanced research as evidenced by, for example:
- successful completion of an undergraduate directed study or thesis course
- participation in a professional conference, poster session, or publication
- At least two strong letters of recommendation that specifically address the candidate’s research potential
Master of Arts (MA) - Master of Science (MSc) including Sport Management
Students in graduate studies at the University of Western Ontario are members of the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. Thus, applicants are admitted at the discretion of the School of Kinesiology subject to the approval of the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. The minimum requirements are:
- Graduation in Honors Kinesiology or equivalent with a first or high second class standing over the final two years (i.e., minimum of 75%) or graduation from an accredited university with an equivalent degree and standing.
- Graduation in other related fields with a first or high second class standing over the final two years (i.e., minimum of 75%) and completion of any deficiencies that may be determined by the Kinesiology Graduate Affairs Committee.
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MA/MSc - Coaching Specialization
Professional Master’s Degree
The entrance requirements for students interested in completing the coaching specialization program through the professional option are as follows:
- Graduation in Honors Kinesiology or equivalent with a first or high second class standing over the final two years (i.e., minimum of 75%) or graduation from an accredited university with an equivalent degree and standing.
- Graduation in other related fields with a first or high second class standing over the final two years (i.e., minimum of 75%) and completion of any deficiencies that may be determined by the Kinesiology Graduate Affairs Committee.
- Acceptance from the Coaching Program Coordinator. The coordinator will then function as a liaison for contacting a faculty advisor and coach for the practicum.
- Acceptance by an intercollegiate coach who will supervise the coaching practicum.
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Thesis Degree
The entrance requirements for students interested in completing the coaching specialization program through the thesis option are as follows:
- Graduation in Honors Kinesiology or equivalent with a first or high second class standing over the final two years (i.e., minimum of 75%) or graduation from an accredited university with an equivalent degree and standing.
- Graduation in other related fields with a first or high second class standing over the final two years (i.e., minimum of 75%) and completion of any deficiencies that may be determined by the Kinesiology Graduate Affairs Committee.
- Acceptance from the Coaching Program Coordinator. The coordinator will then function as a liaison for contacting a faculty advisor and coach for the practicum.
- Acceptance by an intercollegiate coach who will supervise the coaching practicum.
- Acceptance by a M. A. or M. Sc. advisor that he/she is prepared to serve as an advisor for thesis research.
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