Rehabilitation and Health Leadership - Doctor of Science
CanadaCourse at a Glance
- PhDDegree level
- 3 yearsDuration
- Kingston, CanadaLocation
- Health SciencesField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- KingstonCampus
- Doctor of ScienceAwards
- $29,549Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Overview Faculty Programs Courses Program Overview The Doctor of Science in Rehabilitation and Health Leadership (DSc RHL) is a 36 month executive-style program that allows its students to continue working while completing the degree, through a blend of on-campus intensive sessions and online-learning. The DSc (RHL) equips currently practicing rehabilitation and health professionals with the knowledge and skills they need to confidently pursue career opportunities that require advanced competencies in leadership, program development, applied research and evaluation, advocacy, change management, and knowledge translation.
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Programs Structures and Admission Requirements There are two routes of entry into the DSc (RHL) program: Master’s degree with a minimum of one-year work experience in a setting that develops, implements or manages programs, services, policies or processes for people affected by or at risk of a disability and evidence of progressive involvement in leadership activities or roles as evidenced in a curriculum vitae and through letters of reference OR Bachelor’s degree (four-year undergraduate program or equivalent) with a minimum of 5 years work experience in a setting that develops, implements or manages programs, services, policies or processes for people affected by or at risk of a disability and evidence of progressive involvement in leadership activities or roles as evidenced in a curriculum vitae and through letters of reference. For both routes of entry, admission standards will be B+ average or above for previous degree(s). The program does not stipulate specific degree(s) for entry, recognizing that many different disciplines contribute to the fields of rehabilitation and health, and focus on supporting people affected by or at risk of disability. ...
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- English requirementIELTS Overall 7.0
- Study modeFull Time
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Entry requirements
Calendar entry for this degree: Students entering with a Master’s degree will complete a total of 5 required (core) courses (15 credits), 2 electives (6 credits), a comprehensive exam, and an applied dissertation (RHL 999). Students entering with a Bachelor’s degree will complete one additional core course. For more information: https://rehab.queensu.ca/academic-programs/dsc || General graduate admission is governed by the School of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs: applicants normally need a four-year bachelor's degree (or a master's for doctoral entry), official transcripts and two letters of recommendation, and must meet the minimum scores set by the individual program. Source: https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/grad-studies/apply · English: IELTS 7.0; PTE Academic 65 · English test waiver: Applicants whose native language includes English are not required to sit an English-language proficiency test. A final grade of 80% or more in ESLA 140 or ESLA 150 from Queen's University's English for Academic Purposes Program, achieved at the time of application, may also remove the test requirement. Source: https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/grad-studies/apply · Application fee: CAD 120.00 - non-refundable graduate application fee, payable by Visa or Mastercard; the application is complete only once the fee is paid. Source: https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/grad-studies/apply
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- Academic transcripts
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- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$29,549 CAD / year≈ $21,727 / year
- Application feeNo application fee for this programme
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsQueen's publishes no entrance scholarship specific to this programme; the awards open to its applicants are the university-wide graduate ones. Queen's commits to full-time doctoral students "a guaranteed minimum funding package of $25,000 a year" for 2026-2027 in funding-eligible years (typically years 1-4), assembled from internal awards or fellowships (the Queen's Graduate Award), external awards, teaching assistantships or fellowships, research assistantships and the Graduate Research Fellowship. Internal awards need no separate application: "These awards do not require an application, and many are part of funding packages given to students when they receive an admission offer." International applicants are additionally eligible for the Ontario Graduate Scholarship ("The current value of the award is $5,000 per term. Awards will be for two or three consecutive terms"; a small number are made to study-permit holders), Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships, Tri-Council (NSERC/SSHRC/CIHR) awards and Mitacs Globalink awards. SourcesView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: The graduate application portal typically opens in September each year with deadlines occurring early in the new year; Queen's directs applicants to the individual degree-program website for that program's deadline, and most acceptances are made in March…
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Rehabilitation and Health Leadership - Doctor of Science cost?
CAD 29,549 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 7.0 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
3 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Calendar entry for this degree: Students entering with a Master’s degree will complete a total of 5 required (core) courses (15 credits), 2 electives (6 credits), a comprehensive exam, and an applied dissertation (RHL 999). Students entering with a Bachelor’s degree will complete one additional core course. For more information: https://rehab.queensu.ca/academic-programs/dsc || General graduate admission is governed by the School of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs: applicants normally need a four-year bachelor's degree (or a master's for doctoral entry), official transcripts and two letters of recommendation, and must meet the minimum scores set by the individual program. Source: https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/grad-studies/apply · English: IELTS 7.0; PTE Academic 65 · English test waiver: Applicants whose native language includes English are not required to sit an English-language proficiency test. A final grade of 80% or more in ESLA 140 or ESLA 150 from Queen's University's English for Academic Purposes Program, achieved at the time of application, may also remove the test requirement. Source: https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/grad-studies/apply · Application fee: CAD 120.00 - non-refundable graduate application fee, payable by Visa or Mastercard; the application is complete only once the fee is paid. Source: https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/grad-studies/apply
Is there a scholarship?
Queen's publishes no entrance scholarship specific to this programme; the awards open to its applicants are the university-wide graduate ones. Queen's commits to full-time doctoral students "a guaranteed minimum funding package of $25,000 a year" for 2026-2027 in funding-eligible years (typically years 1-4), assembled from internal awards or fellowships (the Queen's Graduate Award), external awards, teaching assistantships or fellowships, research assistantships and the Graduate Research Fellowship. Internal awards need no separate application: "These awards do not require an application, and many are part of funding packages given to students when they receive an admission offer." International applicants are additionally eligible for the Ontario Graduate Scholarship ("The current value of the award is $5,000 per term. Awards will be for two or three consecutive terms"; a small number are made to study-permit holders), Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships, Tri-Council (NSERC/SSHRC/CIHR) awards and Mitacs Globalink awards. Sources View scholarship page
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