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PhD Rehabilitation Science 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: 4 years (full-time), 6 years (part-time)  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: January and 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

The PhD in Rehabilitation Science provides training to develop rehabilitation scientists who will advance rehabilitation research and transfer new knowledge into practice and policy. This competency-based program educates students in rehabilitation theory, research design and methods, grantsmanship, scientific writing, knowledge exchange and translation, and teaching/learning strategies. This program includes coursework, a comprehensive portfolio and a thesis. Graduates will be prepared to take on academic, leadership, or research roles. Required credentials: Master’s degree in rehabilitation or a related field

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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