Rehabilitation Science (Dual Degree – MSc/PhD)

This dual degree program is research intensive, with a focus on advancing the rehabilitation science field.

The dual degree option will provide students with advantages through integrated scholarship training and professional development and stream-lined time efficiency. You can obtain:

• MSc in Occupational Therapy (OT) and PhD in Rehabilitation Science (RS) OR
• MSc in Physiotherapy (PT) and PhD in Rehabilitation Science (RS)

The program provides research training for individuals who pursue leadership roles in areas including integrated research initiatives, interdisciplinary and knowledge translation health research.

Areas of Research

• Leadership, evidence-based practice and applied allied health research skill development;
• Orthopaedic Musculoskeletal-Manipulative Physiotherapy specialization;
• OR Best practice and knowledge translation;
• Childhood Disability (and Participation);
• Functional health with aging or chronic disease;
• Neuromusculoskeletal function and mobility (work, ability and participation)