Overview

The program’s overall goals are to develop well-trained individuals who think creatively, are able to evaluate critically (both their own work and that of others), and are capable of conducting research and scholarship at the forefront of their chosen field.

Applied Health Sciences students at Brock University have the opportunity to participate in an individualized program of study, including mentorship-style learning and concentrated inquiry in an area of interest.

Career outcomes

Academic career
Research career
Health and Sport Administrator
Health professional
Health analyst
Positions in hospitals and clinics

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Seminar in Applied Health Sciences
Research Methods in Biomechanics
Advanced Qualitative Analysis
Advanced Biostatistics in Applied Health Science Research
Social Theories of Sport and Physical Activity
Optimizing Health Through Nutrition
Advanced Regulation of Fuel Metabolism

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St. Catharines, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

B+

English requirements

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88

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60

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be eligible for admission, applicants must have completed a thesis oriented Master's degree or equivalent with at least a B+ standing from a recognized university in a discipline appropriate to the intended field of doctoral study.

You will need to submit your transcripts as well as the following program-specific materials:

Three references are required
A Statement of Intent
Agreement by a faculty member of the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences to act as a supervisor is required in order for a student to be accepted in the PhD program

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

13450 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

5450 CAD / year

≈ 5450 CAD / year

Living costs

St. Catharines

Canada

1015 - 1615 CAD / month

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Career outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

St. Catharines

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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