UofM Course Calendar 2007-2008: Graduate Studies - Kinesiology & Recreation Studies

Faculty of Graduate Studies
Section 6: Programs in Graduate Studies

6.59 Kinesiology and Recreation Management

Dean: E. Jane Watkinson
Graduate Program Chair: Phillip Gardiner
Graduate Program Assistant: Janis McGonigle
Graduate Office: 307 Max Bell Centre
Telephone: (204) 474 7087
Fax: (204) 261 4802
Email: persgradprog@umanitoba.ca
Website: umanitoba.ca/physed/research

Academic Staff

Section 6.56.1 M.Sc. (Kinesiology)

The Master of Science provides advance education and research opportunities in kinesiology, exercise and sport science, physical education, health and human performance related research.

Fields of Research
The Faculty offers opportunities for advanced study and research in the following areas: kinesiology, adapted physical education; athletic injuries/athletic therapy; biomechanics; exercise and environmental physiology; psychology of sport; aging populations/health behaviour; sociology of sport; and philosophy of sport.

Research Facilities
Resources and supports for M.Sc. related research are jointly provided by the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management and the Health, Leisure and Human Performance Research Institute.

Admission
Admission requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies are found in the Graduate Studies Regulations Section of this Calendar. Students require:

The completion of a four-year BKIN/ BPE degree (or equivalent).

or
Completion of a four-year undergraduate degree other than a BKIN/BPE (or equivalent), with a suitable academic background in the area of study.

or
Completion of the Pre-Master's program. Please visit the website listed above for details.

Application Deadlines
Canadian/U.S. students seeking fall (September) admission should submit their applications, with complete supporting documentation, to the Graduate Program Office in the FPERS by March 1. International students seeking fall (September) admission should submit their completed applications to the Graduate Program Office in the FPERS by January 15th. The FPERS may consider applications from students interested in commencing their programs in January or May. Please contact the FPERS Graduate Program Office for further information.

Program Requirements
Minimum program requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies are found in the Graduate Studies Regulations Section of this Calendar. Students must:

Complete a minimum of 18 credit hours of course work approved by the faculty advisor. Of these 18 credit hours, a minimum of 12 credit hours must be at or above the 7000 level; six credit hours must be selected from the graduate course offerings in Kinesiology of which PHED 7170 Research in Exercise/Sport Science and Recreation Studies (3) is compulsory; and

Enter the program with, or complete as part of the approved program of study, a minimum of nine credit hours in research methods and/or statistics. The required course, PHED 7170 Research in Exercise/Sport Science and Recreation Studies, may be considered for credit towards this requirement.

In addition to the course work requirements, students must complete a thesis, and attend a minimum of eight seminars sponsored by the Health, Leisure and Human Performance Research Institute.

NOTE: Seminar attendance is a supplementary regulation; contact the FPERS Graduate Program Office for further details or visit the website listed above.

Second language reading requirement: None

Expected time to graduate: Two years

Section 6.56.2 M.A. in Recreation Studies

The Master of Arts in Recreation Studies includes a diverse range of opportunities for advanced education and research in recreation and leisure studies.

Fields of Research
The Master of Arts in Recreation Studies offers opportunities for advanced study and research in the following areas: areas and facilities planning; leisure behaviour; outdoor recreation/education; recreation and leisure management; social psychology of leisure; travel and tourism; recreation for persons with disabilities; and therapeutic recreation.

Research Facilities
Resources and supports for M.A. related research are jointly provided by the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management and the Health, Leisure and Human Performance Research Institute.

Admission
Admission requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies are found in the Graduate Studies Regulations Section of this Calendar. Students require:

Completion of a four-year B.R.M.C.D. degree (or equivalent)

or
Completion of a four-year undergraduate degree other than a B.R.M.C.D. (or equivalent), with a suitable academic background in the area of study.

or
Completion of the Pre-Master's program. Please visit the website listed above for details.

Program Requirements
Minimum program requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies are found in the Graduate Studies Regulations Section of this Calendar. Students must:

Complete a minimum of 18 credit hours of course work approved by the faculty advisor. Of these 18 credit hours, nine credit hours must be taken from the 7000 level course offerings in Recreation Studies with REC 7010 Leisure and Recreation: Concepts and Theory (3) and REC 7170 Research in Exercise/Sport Science and Recreation Studies (3) being compulsory; and,
Enter the program with, or complete as part of the approved program of study, a minimum of nine credit hours in research methods and/or statistics. The required course, REC 7170 Research in Exercise/Sport Science and Recreation Studies, may be considered for credit towards this requirement.

In addition to course work requirements, students must complete a thesis, and attend a minimum of eight seminars sponsored by the Health, Leisure and Human Performance Research Institute.

NOTE: Seminar attendance is a supplementary regulation; contact the FPERS Graduate Program Office for further details or visit the website listed above.

Second language reading requirement: None

Expected time to graduate: Two years

Ph.D. in Applied Health Sciences
The Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management, along with the Faculty of Nursing, Faculty of Human Ecology, and School of Medical Rehabilitation, now offers a multi-faculty Ph.D. in Applied Health Sciences. Information on this program may be found in another section of this calendar.

Course Descriptions

Not all courses are offered every year.

Kinesiology Courses

PHED 7050 Motor Development and Characteristics of Atypical Children Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 057.705) Motor development and motor characteristics of various groups of atypical children. Program design and activity prescription for atypical children. Prerequisite: PHED 3390 or 057.339.

PHED 7060 Social and Psychological Components of Sports and Physical Education Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 057.706) The socio-psychological components of movement and the role of physical activity in the socio-psychological development of children. Prerequisite: PHED 3460 or 057.346 plus consent of instructor.

PHED 7080 Individual Study in Selected Area Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 057.708) Provides opportunities for in-depth individualized study within a specific area of interest. Can be completed twice (different topic) for a maximum of 6 credits.

PHED 7100 Developmental Human Kinetics Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 057.710) The development of human movement from conception to adulthood with particular reference to the effects of development on activity and the effects of activity on development. Prerequisites: PHED 2550 or 057.255 plus additional 3 credit hours of approved coursework in human development.

PHED 7110 Biomechanical Analysis of Movement Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 057.711) The theory and techniques of biomechanical analysis of movement and application of the techniques to movement analysis. Prerequisites: PHED 4360 or 057.436.

PHED 7120 Sociological Perspectives of Children's Physical Activity Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 057.712) Sociological factors which influence children's physical activity. Prerequisite: PHED 3460 or 057.346 plus consent of instructor.

PHED 7130 Anatomical Biomechanics Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 057.713) A study of the biomechanical aspects of muscle and joint forces during human movements as they relate to the mechanics of athletic injuries and injury prevention. Prerequisite: PHED 3060 or 057.306 plus consent of instructor.

PHED 7140 Mechanisms of Athletic Injuries Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 057.714) The study and analysis of the causes and mechanisms of injuries in sports and exercise situations, including methods of prevention and rehabilitation. Prerequisite: PHED 7130 or 057.713.

PHED 7150 Current Topics in Exercise Physiology Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 057.715) Current research pertaining to factors that affect exercise performance, as well as the physiological adaptations which occur with acute and chronic exercise. Prerequisite: PHED 4410 or 057.441. May not be held for credit with former 57.703.

PHED 7160 Special Topics Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 057.716) The study of the contemporary research and theory in a selected area. Topics will vary, depending on faculty expertise and student need.

PHED 7170 Research in Exercise/Sport Science and Recreation Studies Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 057.717) Concepts and issues in designing, implementing and disseminating research in areas broadly related to leisure, exercise and sport science. It is recommended that students complete this compulsory course within their first year of enrolment.

Recreation Studies Courses

REC 7010 Leisure and Recreation: Concepts and Theories Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 123.701) Critical analysis of the dominant concepts, theories, and research associated with the development of basic and applied knowledge in recreation and leisure studies. Prerequisite: instructor's permission.

REC 7030 Issues in Leisure and Recreation Management Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 123.703) Current trends and issues in the management of leisure and recreation resources and services. Prerequisite: instructor's permission.

REC 7040 Issues in Leisure for Persons with Disabilities Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 123.704) Contemporary issues and research in recreation and leisure services for individuals with disabilities across the lifespan. Prerequisite: instructor's permission.

REC 7050 Issues in Outdoor Recreation Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 123.705) Current trends and research related to the social and physical implications of leisure behaviour in the natural environment. Prerequisite: instructor's permission.

REC 7060 Issues in Tourism Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 123.706) Contemporary issues and research related to travel behaviour and sustainable tourism. Prerequisite: instructor's permission.

REC 7070 Leisure Across the Lifespan Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 123.707) Dominant concepts, theories, and research associated with the study of recreation and leisure across the lifespan. Prerequisite: instructor's permission.

REC 7080 Directed Study in Recreation and Leisure Studies Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 123.708) This course, which can be completed twice for a maximum of 6 credits, provides opportunities for in-depth individualized study within a specific area of interest.

REC 7090 Special Topics in Recreation and Leisure Studies Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 123.709) Contemporary research and theory in selected areas of recreation and leisure studies, the topics addressed in this course will vary depending on faculty expertise and student need. Prerequisite: instructor's permission.

REC 7170 Research in Exercise/Sport Science and Recreation Studies Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 123.717) Concepts and issues in designing, implementing and disseminating research in areas broadly related to leisure, exercise and sport science. It is recommended that students complete this compulsory course within their first year of enrolment.


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