Speech Language Pathology and Rehabilitation Sciences (Combined Program)
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PhD, MSc | On-Campus | find out | find out | find out | find out | find out |
About Speech Language Pathology and Rehabilitation Sciences (Combined Program), PhD - at University of Alberta
Award: Master of Science, Doctor of Philosophy
Entrance 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 score of 100 with at least 25 on each of the individual skill areas (internet-based) 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.
The application deadlines are April 15 for Fall entry and September 15 for Winter entry.
Entry requirements
Contact University of Alberta to find course entry requirements.
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