Ottawa,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences in Ottawa Canada | University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa
|
Ottawa Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
17,478
(c. USD12,830.84)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The program equips students from both clinical and academic backgrounds for research-focused careers in rehabilitation sciences, addressing topics from fundamental scientific inquiries to the psychological and social impacts of health conditions within rehabilitation settings. Graduates of this PhD program will cultivate autonomous and team-based research capabilities, preparing them to enhance the evidence base that guides rehabilitation practitioners.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
To be eligible, applicants must:
Have a master's degree in a rehabilitation profession (Audiology, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech-Language Pathology) or a related discipline (e.g., Engineering, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work). We will also consider applicants who wish to research areas related to disability and rehabilitation who have completed graduate work in other areas. Successful applicants must meet minimum requirements for graduate admission including an average of 75% (B+).
Applicants from non-thesis master's degree programs (e.g., professional or course-based only) must submit at the time of application documentation demonstrating research competence either as part of their program of studies and/or through activities completed during practice. Students will be required to present a dossier demonstrating research skills that may include, publications in peer-reviewed journals, research reports, program development and evaluation reports, abstracts, presentations, or similar documents.
Note: International applicants must verify the admission equivalencies for the diploma they received in their country of origin.
Applicants must identify at least one professor who is willing to supervise their research and thesis. It is recommended that students contact potential thesis supervisors as soon as possible. A professor has to accept to serve as thesis supervisor and his or her confirmation is required at the time of the application.
TOEFL 550 / IELTS Overall 6.5 - Individual 5.0 (Paper-based)
TOEFL 79-80 / IELTS Overall 6.5 - Individual 5.0 (Internet-based)
Have a master's degree in a rehabilitation profession (Audiology, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech-Language Pathology) or a related discipline (e.g., Engineering, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work). We will also consider applicants who wish to research areas related to disability and rehabilitation who have completed graduate work in other areas. Successful applicants must meet minimum requirements for graduate admission including an average of 75% (B+).
Applicants from non-thesis master's degree programs (e.g., professional or course-based only) must submit at the time of application documentation demonstrating research competence either as part of their program of studies and/or through activities completed during practice. Students will be required to present a dossier demonstrating research skills that may include, publications in peer-reviewed journals, research reports, program development and evaluation reports, abstracts, presentations, or similar documents.
Note: International applicants must verify the admission equivalencies for the diploma they received in their country of origin.
Applicants must identify at least one professor who is willing to supervise their research and thesis. It is recommended that students contact potential thesis supervisors as soon as possible. A professor has to accept to serve as thesis supervisor and his or her confirmation is required at the time of the application.
TOEFL 550 / IELTS Overall 6.5 - Individual 5.0 (Paper-based)
TOEFL 79-80 / IELTS Overall 6.5 - Individual 5.0 (Internet-based)
Tuition
CAD
17,478