Overview

The program’s overall goals are to develop well-trained individuals who think creatively, are able to evaluate critically (both their own work and that of others), and are capable of conducting research and scholarship at the forefront of their chosen field.

Applied Health Sciences students at Brock University have the opportunity to participate in an individualized program of study, including mentorship-style learning and concentrated inquiry in an area of interest.

Career outcomes

Academic career
Research career
Health and Sport Administrator
Health professional
Health analyst
Positions in hospitals and clinics

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Seminar in Applied Health Sciences
Research Methods in Biomechanics
Advanced Qualitative Analysis
Advanced Biostatistics in Applied Health Science Research
Social Theories of Sport and Physical Activity
Optimizing Health Through Nutrition
Advanced Regulation of Fuel Metabolism

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Health Sciences View 45 other PhDs in Health Sciences in Canada

Academic requirements

GPA

B+

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

88

Student insurance

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Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

To be eligible for admission, applicants must have completed a thesis oriented Master's degree or equivalent with at least a B+ standing from a recognized university in a discipline appropriate to the intended field of doctoral study.

You will need to submit your transcripts as well as the following program-specific materials:

Three references are required
A Statement of Intent
Agreement by a faculty member of the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences to act as a supervisor is required in order for a student to be accepted in the PhD program

Tuition Fee

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International

15668 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7834 CAD per semester during 48 months.
National

5450 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2725 CAD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for St. Catharines

1015 - 1615 CAD /month

Living costs

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 Applied Health Sciences.

Available Scholarships

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