PhD Research in Physical Therapy at New York University

Programme overview

The PhD program in Research in Physical Therapy emphasizes the formulation of theory-based studies of human motion in healthy and physically challenged persons that make a contribution to the body of pathokinesiological literature are fundamental to the physical therapy doctoral program. The PhD program focuses on the study of kinesiology, the measurement of human motion, and issues in motor control, research design and methodology.

Faculty: Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development | Duration: 42 credits | Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Sample required courses: Statistics for the Social and Behavioral Sciences I; Applied Linear Modeling for the Behavioral and Social Sciences; Analysis/Synth of Human Motion I; Analysis/Synth of Human Motion II; Meas&Eval Human Mot I; Meas&Eval Human Mot II.

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Entry requirements

Admission to graduate programs in the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development requires the following minimum components: Résumé/CV Statement of Purpose Letters of Recommendation Transcripts Proficiency in English See NYU Steinhardt's Graduate Admissions website for additional information on school-wide admission. Some programs may require additional components for admissions. See How to Apply for admission requirements and instructions specific to this program.

Duration: 42 credits

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