Overview
Features
- The programs at University of Alberta are designed to prepare students for research in Rehabilitation Medicine and the systematic study of psychosocial, communication, neurological, and musculoskeletal disorders in humans of all ages. Students will study in one of those four general content areas which represent broad interdisciplinary bodies of knowledge.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Theory and Issues in Rehabilitation Science
- Rehabilitation Science
- Research Design in Rehabilitation Science
- Seminars in Rehabilitation Science
- Essentials for Graduate Studies
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Application deadlines for international students are set by the department delivering the program. Deadlines may be as early as 12 months before the program begins.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Medicine View 40 other PhDs in Medicine in CanadaAcademic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A master's degree or the equivalent of an honours BSc degree in a rehabilitation discipline or a related field;
- a minimum GPA of 3.0 on the University of Alberta four-point grading system or an equivalent standing from another recognized institution during the last two years of full-time study;
- acceptable scores on an approved test of competency in the English language (see full Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine policies and procedures manual for details);
- identified faculty member within the FRM who has agreed to supervise the applicant;
- three reference letters from individuals who are knowledgeable about the applicant's academic and research potential and capabilities;
- a current curriculum vitae; and
- a short description of the research interests you discussed with your potential supervisor.
Tuition Fee
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International
8874 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8874 CAD per year during 72 months. -
National
4732 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4732 CAD per year during 72 months.
Living costs for Edmonton
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Rehabilitation Medicine.
Available Scholarships
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