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Department of Kinesiology, Faculty of Science
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Vision

Our vision is to be the leading undergraduate and graduate Kinesiology program in Canada and among the world's best in strategic areas of strength through innovation and excellence in research, teaching and service.

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Mission

Our mission is the discovery, communication and application of knowledge through the multi-disciplinary study of human movement, exercise and the relationships between physical activity and health. This approach incorporates biological, psychological, sociological, historical, organizational and professional practice perspectives. We aim to inspire a passion for lifelong learning and discovery, and strive to prepare our students to become leaders and valued members of society.

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Latest News and Events


Jim Potvin

USCAR Recognition Award

 
Martin Gibala

Making time for the 7-minute workout

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Rehab program helps cardiac patients pick up the PACE

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Walk of Life

McMaster 9th Annual “Walk of Life for Cardiac Rehabilitation”

 
Innovative project on older drivers

We are thrilled to showcase our own Kinesiology students (Kinga Eliasz, PhD student, Daniel Srouji, Recent grad; Tara Kajaks, PhD student) whom are collaborating with faculty in engineering and occupational therapy at McMaster on an innovative project on older drivers. They have created a 3-minute video that highlights this project, which has been entered in the 2013 AUTO21 competition.

Cutting-edge study captures behaviour of older drivers

 
Undergrad Thesis Presentations 2012-2013

McMaster Undergraduate Thesis Presentations for KIN 4RR6 and 4RR9