Master of Arts in Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation (Thesis-Based) - Adapted Physical Activity

Adapted physical activity is a cross-disciplinary body of practical and theoretical knowledge inclusive of people who experience disability and is focused on impairments, activity limitations and participation restrictions in physical activity. It is a service delivery profession and an academic field of study that supports an attitude of acceptance of differences, advocates access to active lifestyles and sport and promotes innovative and cooperative service delivery, supports and empowerment. Adapted physical activity includes, but is not limited to, physical education, sport, recreation, dance, creative arts, nutrition, medicine and rehabilitation. Researchers in this area study issues related to children's and adults' engagement and inclusion in physical activity, recreation, and sport settings.

The Faculty’s minimum admission requirements for the master’s thesis and course-based programs are a four year baccalaureate degree, or its academic equivalent, in physical education, kinesiology, recreation or another related degree, with admission grade point average of 3.0 on most 4.0 grading systems or B on most letter grading systems, based on the most recent two years of full time study (or equivalent). The Faculty’s minimum admission requirements for the doctoral program are a master’s degree, or its academic equivalent, with thesis in physical education, kinesiology, recreation, or another related degree, with admission grade point average of 3.0 on most 4.0 grading systems or B on most letter grading systems, based on the most recent two years of full time study (or equivalent).