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EdD Movement Sciences in Education (Physical Therapy) at Columbia University

Columbia University, United States

Programme overview

A doctoral programme at Teachers College and Columbia University Medical Center preparing future physical therapy faculty and researchers, building research skills, clinical knowledge in musculoskeletal, neuromuscular and cardiovascular areas, and teaching skills.

Faculty: Teachers College  |  Department: Biobehavioral Sciences (Movement Sciences)  |  Duration: 75 credits  |  Intake: Spring, Summer, Fall  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Movement science foundations (12 credits), statistics (9), teaching and learning (3), movement science applications to physical therapy (15), PT doctoral seminar, certification exam, pilot study and dissertation proposal.

Career pathways

Teaching at entry-level or post-professional PT programs; private practice, industry, government and nonprofit agencies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Online application with statement of purpose and resume; transcripts or course-by-course evaluations for all undergraduate and graduate coursework; English proficiency exam results if applicable; two letters of recommendation; $75 application fee; master's degree in Physical Therapy or a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Deadlines: Spring Nov 15; Summer Dec 1 priority, Jun 1 final; Fall Dec 1 priority, Jul 1 final (2027 entry).

Intake: Spring, Summer, Fall

Duration: 75 credits

Apply through the official page: https://www.tc.columbia.edu/admissions/

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