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MSc/PhD Rehabilitation Science (dual degree with OT/PT) at McMaster University

McMaster University, Canada

Programme overview

Students develop competencies as Rehabilitation Scientists and apply theory, research design, and analysis methods to a thesis advancing this field.

Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences  |  Duration: 5 years Years 1, 2, 5 (PhD) Years 3, 4 (OT or PT)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Areas of research include: Leadership, evidence-based practice and applied allied health research skill development; Orthopaedic Musculoskeletal-Manipulative Physiotherapy specialization; OR Best practice and knowledge translation; Childhood Disability (and Participation); Functional health with aging or chronic disease; Neuromusculoskeletal function and mobility (work, ability and participation).

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Application information

Entry requirements

This dual degree program is research intensive, with a focus on advancing the rehabilitation science field. The dual degree option will provide students with advantages through integrated scholarship training and professional development and stream-lined time efficiency. You can obtain: MSc in Occupational Therapy (OT) and PhD in Rehabilitation Science (RS) OR MSc in Physiotherapy (PT) and PhD in Rehabilitation Science (RS) The program provides research training for individuals who pursue leadership roles in areas including integrated research initiatives, interdisciplinary and knowledge translation health research.

Graduate programmes accept applications for September, January and May admit terms; programmes listed without open/close dates do not accept applications for that term.

Apply through the official page: https://gs.mcmaster.ca/how-to-apply/

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