Study PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Kinesiology and Health Science at York University in Canada, Faculty of Graduate Studies

About this course

About this course
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The program is primarily research based and offers opportunities for the study of physiology, neuroscience, biomechanics, socio-cultural study of sport, physical activity, health and fitness behaviours. This program has a broad-based commitment to the advancement of knowledge, the improvement of society and service to all stakeholders in the varied communities we serve. We draw on our experiences in health and physical activity and engage in interdisciplinary research with like-minded scholars from the disciplines of biology, epidemiology, sociology and the behavioral health sciences.The Graduate Program in Kinesiology and Health Science offers courses, research and professional training leading to a Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (MSc), Master of Fitness Science (MFSc) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees. Our graduate program is designed to prepare students for academic and professional settings and brings together leading faculty in Molecular, Cellular, and Integrative Physiology, Neuroscience and Biomechanics, Fitness and Health Behaviours, and Socio-Cultural and Policy Studies in Sport and Physical Activity with national and international collaborations.

Majors

Molecular, Cellular and Integrative Physiology
Neuroscience and Biomechanics
Health and Fitness Behaviours

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Which department am I in?

Faculty of Graduate Studies

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

CAD$18,000.00 (US$ 12,938) per year

Health and Dental Care - 359

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Keele Campus

4700 Keele Street,

Toronto,

Ontario,

M3J1P3, Central Canada, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

To be considered for admission to the Doctoral degree program, the applicant must have:

Be a master's degree graduate of a recognized university, with at least A- grade point average standing in the last two years of full-time study, or with qualifications accepted as equivalent by the Senate Committee on Admissions
Completed courses equivalent to those required for the current Master's thesis degree in Kinesiology and Health Science at York University
Be assessed as suitable for PhD level study by the Kinesiology and Health Science Graduate Executive Committee. The latter decision shall be based on such evidence as letters of reference, the applicants written statement and the applicants research and academic record

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT

Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) - 600

Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) - 100

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.