MA/MS in Sciences de l'activité physique

The Master of Science in Physical Activity Sciences (Sciences de l'activité physique) at Université du Québec à Montréal is a thesis-based research programme preparing students for doctoral study or research and clinical careers. It totals 45 credits: 15 in coursework, comprising four mandatory courses and one elective, and 30 for the thesis (mémoire). Research areas include biomechanics, motor control, ergonomics, and health promotion. The programme is completed over a nominal two years full-time (four years part-time), with admission in the fall, winter, and summer trimesters. Admission requires a bachelor's degree in physical activity sciences or a related field, completed with a cumulative average of at least 3.2 on a 4.3 scale; applicants averaging 2.8 to 3.2 may be considered following an interview. Applicants must secure prior agreement from a supervising professor and submit a one-page summary of their proposed research project. French mastery is required for thesis writing, and English reading proficiency is necessary given the volume of literature published in that language.