Master of Science (Physical Therapy) Doctor of Philosophy (Rehabilitation Sciences) Combined Program (Rehabilitation Medicine)

Frequently asked questions

• How much does Master of Science (Physical Therapy) Doctor of Philosophy (Rehabilitation Sciences) Combined Program (Rehabilitation Medicine) cost?

  CAD 10,519 / year.

• What English score does it need?

  IELTS 7.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.

• How long is it?

  5 years, as listed by the university.

• What are the entry requirements?

  For the MSc, the Faculty’s minimum admission requirements are a bachelor’s degree or a previous graduate degree in a rehabilitation discipline or related field with an admission GPA of at least 3.0 on the 4-point scale from the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification and standing from a recognized institution. The admission GPA will be calculated on the last 60 units of graded coursework completed, or on the equivalent of the last two years of full-time graded coursework. For the PhD, the Faculty’s minimum admission requirements are a master’s degree in a rehabilitation discipline or a related field or an Honors BSc degree in rehabilitation or a related field with an admission GPA of at least 3.0 on the 4-point scale from the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification and standing from a recognized institution. The admission GPA will be calculated on the last 60 units of graded coursework completed, or on the equivalent of the last two years of full-time graded coursework. Where applicable, applicants must provide proof of English Language Proficiency (refer to English Language Requirement ). Any one of the following is acceptable: a minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) score of: For tests written before January 21, 2026: 100 with at least 25 on each of the individual skill areas or equivalent; For tests written on or after January 21, 2026: 5.5 with at least 5 on each of the individual skill areas or equivalent; a minimum overall IELTS score of 7.5 with at least 7.0 on each test band; a minimum Pearson Test of Academic English score of 70, with at least 70 on each band. Applicants must identify faculty member(s) within the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine who have agreed to supervise them. Applicants are also required to submit the following three reference letters from members of an academic community who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s academic and research potential and capabilities; a current curriculum vitae; and a research statement describing the research interests discussed with the potential supervisor, the applicant’s academic, vocational or research background, and career goals. Visit Graduate program application deadlines to see deadlines for all programs in Rehabilitation Medicine. APPLY NOW ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Faculty: Rehabilitation Medicine Delivery Mode: Hybrid Program Type: Thesis Based Degree Level: Doctora · English: IELTS 7.5 (no band below 7.0); TOEFL iBT 100; PTE Academic 70 · English test waiver: Applicants may satisfy the requirement without a test by holding a degree, or its academic equivalent, from an institution recognised by the University of Alberta at which the language of instruction is English; GPS also maintains a list of international post-secondary institutions at which the language requirement is English. The requirement is not waived for students temporarily in Canada, and departments and GPS may require further demonstration of proficiency. Source: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/graduate-studies/resources/policies-procedures/graduate-program-manual/section-5-admissions/5-8-english-language-proficiency-requirement.html · Application fee: CAD 135.00 for all applications to graduate programs, charged at the end of the online application and payable by credit card only (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover; Visa/Mastercard debit and prepaid cards are not accepted). Source: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/graduate-studies/resources/policies-procedures/graduate-program-manual/section-5-admissions/5-4-application-fee.html

• Is there a scholarship?

  The Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies administers over CAD 35 million each year in scholarships, awards and financial support for graduate students; opportunities vary by faculty. GPS states that there are limited funding opportunities for students in part-time graduate study or completing a certificate programme. Source View scholarship page

• Is it accredited?

  Physiotherapy (Physical Therapy): Physiotherapy Education Accreditation Canada (PEAC). PEAC publishes, per programme, the date of each accreditation award, the level of award, and the date that award expires - the most precise accreditation data of any profession in this file. The entry-to-practice qualification in Canada is a master's degree.