PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND RESEARCH IN KINESIOLOGY
Foundational skills to succeed in both academic and applied settings within the field of kinesiology. Search, analyze, and critique scientific literature on exercise and health while developing critical thinking, research methodologies, and evidence-based decision-making. Refine oral and written communication and create professional materials including CV and cover letter for career development.
Prerequisites & course information
Requisites: Graduate/professional standing Course Designation: Grad 50% - Counts toward 50% graduate coursework requirement Repeatable for Credit: Yes, for 3 number of completions Last Taught: Fall 2025 Learning Outcomes: 1. Understand the methods used to search for, analyze, and critique scientific literature. Audience: Graduate 2. Develop proficiency in formulating research questions, locating relevant literature, appraising studies, synthesizing findings, and applying conclusions across diverse contexts. Audience: Graduate 3. Perform thoughtful critiques of your peers’ work by providing constructive feedback. Audience: Graduate 4. Refine oral and written communication skills for presenting information clearly and effectively. Audience: Graduate 5. Develop professional materials that showcase qualifications for future job opportunities. Audience: Graduate Learning Outcomes: 1. Understand the methods used to search for, analyze, and critique scientific literature. Audience: Graduate 2. Develop proficiency in formulating research questions, locating relevant literature, appraising studies, synthesizing findings, and applying conclusions across diverse contexts. Audience: Graduate 3. Perform thoughtful critiques of your peers’ work by providing constructive feedback. Audience: Graduate 4. Refine oral and written communication skills for presenting information clearly and effectively. Audience: Graduate 5. Develop professional materials that showcase qualifications for future job opportunities. Audience: Graduate
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027