Dr. Kent Kowalski

Professor

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Biography

Kent Kowalski is a Professor at the College of Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan. His research primarily focuses on Human Performance and Sport Exercise Psychology, specifically examining the role of self-compassion in the lives of athletes. He completed his Ph.D. in Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan in 2000, following a Master’s degree in Physical Education in 1995 and an undergraduate Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 1993. Kowalski has a diverse educational background, including a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Studio Art obtained in 2007. He is actively involved in teaching various courses related to Kinesiology, including Social Behavioral Foundations of Physical Activity and Mental Training in Sport. His work contributes significantly to the understanding of psychological factors influencing sport and exercise participation and performance.

Research Interests

Courses

KIN 122.3 - Social Behavioral Foundations Physical Activity KIN 380.3 - Introduction Research Methods Kinesiology KIN 431.3 - Mental Training Sport Physical Activity KIN 432.3 - Ethics Values Sport Physical Activity KIN 498.3 - Self-KINpassion Sport Exercise KIN 807.3 - Research Methods Kinesiology

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.