Master of Education in Coaching Studies

The Master of Education in Coaching Studies (MEd CS) program provides students with a background in the art and science involved in coaching sport. The program is designed for experienced sport coaches and leaders who are looking to engage in professional development and advance their careers. It is a course-based program, which requires completion of a project and 2 co-operative education (reflective practice) work terms.OutcomesStudents in this program will:develop necessary knowledge and skills to design an MEd project, define the concept of knowledge translation and apply to the development of the MEd project, develop and refine writing, oral presentation, and group facilitation skillsapply knowledge and skills from course-work to advance coaching practice, apply reflective skills to refine and advance professional coaching practice

homegraduateGraduate studiesCory Coehoorn helping a fire fighter put on gearCory Coehoorn assists a local fire fighter to put on his gear before climbing on the treadmill as part of Dr. Lynneth Stuart-Hill’s research into how first responders cope with the unique physical demands of their jobs.nextGraduate programsOur graduate programs will help you build your career in physical activity and health in the context of schools, work, community, or sport. To give you a competitive edge in teaching, administration, sports medicine and more, our programs offer:a strong focus on both basic and applied researchfaculty mentorship from national and internationally renown researchersprogram flexibility that includes coursework, laboratory learning experiences, and research in community settingsAs a graduate student in the School, you'll have many opportunities to conduct innovative research that aims to solve problems and benefit society.Current Graduate Student HandbookHow to apply1. Determine if you meet the admission requirementsTo become a graduate student in the School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education, you'll need:a four-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from a recognized institution in a field related to what you wish to study here. Admission to the kinesiology PhD program also requires a master’s degree in kinesiology or a related field.a grade point average of 5.0 (B) in the last two years of you bachelor's degreeproof of