University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research

Rehabilitation Medicine

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Program Information

School:University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research
Faculty:Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other
Description:The Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine offers interdisciplinary programs leading to the degrees of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Science. The programs are designed to prepare students for research in Rehabilitation Science and the systematic study of psychosocial, communication, neurological, and musculoskeletal disorders in humans of all ages. Students will specialize in one of those five general content areas: Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, or Aging.
URL:Rehabilitation Medicine at University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research
Areas of Research:Epidemiology of Chronic Neurological Disease; Motoneuron Properties, Spasticity and Recovery of Motor Function; Quality of Life Issues and Health Care Delivery; Spinal Cord Injuries; Spinal Disorders and Osteoporosis; Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Pathology and Audiology.
Thesis Based:Yes
Length:2 Year(s)

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*75
Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    At minimum, applicants require an appropriate previous degree or its academic equivalent from an academic institution recognized by the University of Alberta with a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale on the most recent two years of full-time study.
    Test Scores:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 550] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 88] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60]
    Application Notes : GRE scores are required.
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    • Statement of Research Interests
    • Work Experience
    Transcripts are also required.

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on September 07, 2022