Program Description
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Rehabilitation Science offered by the School of Physical and Occupational Therapy in the Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences is a research-intensive program that emphasizes advanced and transformative learning opportunities. The program's objective is to equip students with skills in research design, data analysis, and presentation of results to pursue professional opportunities in academia or industry.
Keywords: technologies for health, health science, global health, knowledge mobilization, research methodology in rehabilitation science, measurement in rehabilitation.
Unique Program Features
- The program includes intensive experience in clinical research related to health and rehabilitation from learning to ask the right questions through research design, analysis, interpretation and presentation of results;
- The School is internationally recognized for the excellence of its contribution to research in rehabilitation;
- Students have several opportunities to apply for awards, prizes, and fellowships to honor academic excellence and exceptional achievements.
University-Level Admission Requirements
- An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA
- English-language proficiency
Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents. Please visit the program website for more details.
Visit our Educational credentials and grade equivalencies and English language proficiency webpages for additional information.
Program Website
PhD in Rehabilitation Science website
Department Contact
Graduate Program graduate.rehabilitation [at] mcgill.ca (subject: PhD%20in%20Rehabilitation%20Science) (email)
Available Intakes
Fall
Application Deadlines
| Intake | Applications Open | Application Deadline - International | Application Deadline - Domestic (Canadian, Permanent Resident of Canada) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FALL | September 15 | January 15 | January 31 |
| WINTER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SUMMER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Note: Application deadlines are subject to change without notice. Please check the application portal for the most up-to-date information.