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PhD of Kinesiology and Health Studies

Queen's University

  • Kingston, Canada
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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About the program

Doctoral programme in kinesiology and health studies, Focused on health promotion, Biomechanics, Physical activity epidemiology, Sport psychology, Exercise physiology and socio-cultural studies of sport.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Graduates are expected to explain core concepts in Kinesiology and Health Studies
  • Apply appropriate methods to practical problems
  • Communicate findings clearly
  • And use discipline-relevant tools responsibly.

Career outcomes

  • Health Services Coordinator
  • Clinical Support Specialist
  • Public Health Officer
  • Health Program Coordinator
  • Research Assistant

Curriculum

  • Doctoral degree in kinesiology and health studies built around advanced graduate courses and seminars and an original research thesis supervised by faculty
  • Within the School of Kinesiology and Health Studies. Detailed course requirements are listed in the Queen's Academic Calendar.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Master's degree or equivalent in a related field (some programmes state an A- average)
  • Two academic references
  • A supervisor is often required. English: IELTS 7
  • TOEFL iBT
  • PTE 65 or Cambridge 185.

Accepted academic background

Master's degree (or equivalent) in a related field, Two academic references, Supervisor often required.

Language tests

  • IELTS 7
  • TOEFL iBT 4.5
  • PTE Academic 65
  • Cambridge 185

Documents you’ll need

  • Passport identification
  • Academic transcripts
  • Degree certificates
  • English proficiency evidence where required
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Research proposal where required
  • References
  • Program-specific supporting documents.

How to apply

  1. Visit the official website. Review the doctoral admission requirements for PhD of Kinesiology and Health Studies. Confirm the academic and research requirements. Prepare a research proposal and identify a suitable research area where required. Submit academic transcripts
  2. Degree certificates
  3. References
  4. English proficiency evidence where required
  5. supporting documents. Complete the doctoral application. Pay the application fee. Wait for the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year$5,988 CAD
Application fee$120 CAD
Deposit$2,500 CAD

Program details

CampusKingston
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Arts and Science
DepartmentSchool of Kinesiology and Health Studies
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value60
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3 years
Scholarship noteQueen's University scholarships or awards may be available to eligible students, Subject to published criteria.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.