Overview

Key features

The Physical Therapy - Rehabilitation Sciences (Dual Degree) program at University of Alberta 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 study in one of those four general content areas which represent broad interdisciplinary bodies of knowledge.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Conducting Rehabilitation Research

Issues in Rehabilitation Science

Research

Thesis

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-15 00:00:00
Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edmonton, Canada

Disciplines

Physiotherapy View 16 other Masters in Physiotherapy in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree or the equivalent, or a previous clinical degree (BSc or MSc) in a rehabilitation discipline or a related field;

a minimum GPA of 3.0 on the University of Alberta 4-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 FRM 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

write a short description of the research interests you discussed with your potential supervisor.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

10018 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10018 CAD per year
National

4827 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4827 CAD per year

Living costs for Edmonton

1201 - 1992 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

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