About our MSc RRPT Program The Master of Science Rehabilitation Research

(Physiotherapy) program is designed to provide graduates with

skills to plan and implement research in diverse areas of

rehabilitation science. This program is well suited for students

and clinicians from a wide variety of backgrounds.

The MScRRPT program is designed to provide graduates with:

1. The ability to design and implement research in diverse

areas of rehabilitation practice, including physiotherapy.

2. The knowledge necessary to integrate evidence-based

assessment and treatment in rehabilitation.

3. Valuable teaching experience in physiotherapy and related

areas.

Our Research Faculty in the School of Physiotherapy engage in a broad

range of research crossing all areas of physiotherapy practice

including:

Musculoskeletal Health

Joint Action Research (JAR) Laboratory, School of

Physiotherapy, Dalhousie University

Dynamics of Human Motion Lab (DOHM Lab) , School of

Biomedical Engineering, Dalhousie University

Neuroscience and Neurorehabilitation

Laboratory for Brain Recovery and Function (LBRF) , School

of Physiotherapy, Dalhousie University

Clinical Neurorehabilitation Research Lab, Nova Scotia

Rehabilitation Centre, Nova Scotia Health Authority

Physical Activity, Exercise and Special Populations

Exercise Physiology Research Laboratory , School of

Physiotherapy, Dalhousie University

Dalhousie Pain Group (Interprofessional across Dalhousie

University, NSHA and the IWK Health Centre)

MSc REHABILITATION RESEARCH (PHYSIOTHERAPY)

Our Programs of Study The School of Physiotherapy offers a variety of graduate

programs. Whether you want to become a physiotherapist,

conduct research or both, we have the program for you.

The MSc Physiotherapy degree provides education and

preparation for clinical practice as a physiotherapist.

The MSc Rehabilitation Research (Physiotherapy) program

provides graduates with skills and knowledge to design and

implement research in diverse areas of rehabilitation science.

The Joint MSc Physiotherapy/Rehabilitation Research program

offers eligible students with interest in entry-to-practice

Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Research the opportunity to

obtain both degrees in a period of three years.

The PhD in Health program offers students a unique

opportunity to create a focused area of research within a

diverse and collaborative health framework.

The Interdisciplinary PhD - Health Studies Track program is

designed to allow students to master methodological skills to

address a problem or issue through a combination of

disciplinary approaches.

NOTE: The MSc RRPT program does not prepare

graduates to take the physiotherapy licensure exams;

applicants who want to study to become a physiotherapists

must apply to the MSc Physiotherapy program.

For More Information Please visit the Programs, Admissions and Research tabs of

our website at www.dal.ca/physiotherapy for more information

about our various programs, admissions processes, and

research areas.

Must Have for Admissions To apply for the MSc Rehabilitation Research (Physiotherapy)

degree, candidates must satisfy the general requirements for

admission to the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

FGS Admission Requirements (Master’s degree):

Four-year Bachelor’s degree

Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (B average) in

the last 60 credit hours of study

Degree granted by university of recognized standing

English language proficiency

In addition, an applicant’s four-year Bachelor's degree must be

in an area of study related to the MScRRPT program, including

(but not limited to) physiotherapy, kinesiology, psychology,

neuroscience and health sciences. Students with degree's

unrelated to the MScRRPT program should contact the School

to determine eligibility.

To read more about degree requirements for admission to

Master’s programs, refer to section 3.2 of the Faculty of

Graduate Studies Calendar.

Scholarships A minimum GPA of 3.7 (out of 4.3) is required for scholarship

consideration, for students enrolled in full-time studies.

Scholarship funding is available on a competitive basis, from

external agencies, the Faculty of Graduate Studies, the School

of Physiotherapy, and research supervisors.

Applicants who wish to be considered for scholarships are

strongly urged to contact potential supervisors in the fall of the

year preceding their application year, as the deadlines for

external agencies are usually late fall.

Applications will be considered for FGS and School level

scholarships, however applicants are expected to seek

external funding before other sources will be considered. See

www.dal.ca/gradstudies, under Funding Opportunities for

scholarship deadlines and more information.

MSc RRPT Program Overview Students registered in the program will be expected to obtain a

minimum of 24 credit hours as follows:

Thesis - 12 credit hours

Course work - 12 credit hours.

Course Work

Nine credit hours are obtained via required courses. A

minimum of an additional three credit hours of elective courses

will be selected based on the individual program of study

approved by the Supervisory Committee.

Required Courses:

PHYT 5040.03 Graduate Seminar Series

PHYT 5590.03 Measurement and Instrumentation (or

equivalent as determined by the Supervisory Committee)

Three credit hours in Research Design or Biostatistics

Residency

For full-time students the typical duration of the MScRRPT

program is two years, as it is expected that upon completion of

course work an additional year will be required to complete the

thesis. Part of the residency period may, with permission,

include time off campus. There are options to complete the

program on a part-time basis.

Contact Us: School of Physiotherapy,

Dalhousie University

5869 University Avenue | PO Box 15000

Halifax, NS B3H 4R2

Tel: 902-494-2524 | Fax: 902-494-1941

Contact Admissions & Graduate Programs Assistant for more information. Tel: 902-494-1947 | Email: ptadmissions@dal.ca

www.dal.ca/physiotherapy

Application Process Before you begin your application it is very important to first

view the MSc Rehabilitation Research Admissions video found

under the Admissions tab on our website. All the information to

assist with your application can be found in this video.

Applicants must:

1) Submit to the Registrar’s Office the Graduate

Application Form ( www.dal.ca/admissions under

Graduate Studies), along with the $115 application fee.

2) Submit to the School of Physiotherapy the following:

i. Two official transcripts from universities attended,

sent directly to the School of Physiotherapy from the

Registrar’s Office of the home institution.

ii. Two academic references. A work reference from

someone who may comment objectively on your

goals may be included in addition to the required

academic references.

iii. A one-page statement of their experience, their goals

and objectives, and the area of physiotherapy

research to be studied.

iv. English language competency requirements as

outlined by the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

International students can find further information on admission

to Graduate Studies at www.dal.ca/admissions under Graduate

Studies then International Students.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, however

applicants who wish to be considered for scholarship funding

must meet certain timelines (see Scholarships).

Money Matters Information on Tuition and Fees can be found at www.dal.ca/

admissions under Money Matters.