The Department offers an advanced program in research techniques, orthopaedics, sports therapy, therapeutic exercise and other Physical Therapy specialty areas. The program normally requires two years but the time may vary according to the academic background of each student. Applicants must normally have had at least one year of clinical experience prior to being accepted into the program. It is possible to enter the program in January, May, or September. The Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine offers an interdisciplinary doctoral degree in Rehabilitation Science.
Students can specialize in one of the areas of rehabilitation, such as communication disorders.
The program includes research and teaching experience and involves a doctoral thesis as a capping exercise. The degree will prepare rehabilitation professionals to move into academic careers in their specialty areas. Click here for more information. Copyright 2001-2002 University of Alberta. Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine.