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M.Sc. in Rehabilitation Science (Thesis)

1. A B.Sc. degree or equivalent in Physical or Occupational Therapy or a related field from a university of recognized reputation.
2. Evidence of high academic achievement, equivalent to B standing, or a Æ»¹ûÒùÔº CGPA of 3.0 (70-74%).
3. Prerequisite courses may be required in statistics, anatomy, physiology, psychology, sociology, neurophysiology, or other areas, depending on the student's anticipated specialization.
4. Applicants to graduate studies whose mother tongue is not English and who have not completed an undergraduate or graduate degree from a recognized foreign institution where English is the language of instruction or from a recognized Canadian institution (anglophone or francophone), must submit documented proof of competency in oral and written English, by appropriate exams, e.g., TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) with a minimum score of 100 on the Internet-based test with each component score not less than 20 (School requirement), or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum overall band score of 7.0.
5. The GRE Test is recommended for the following applicants: those who do not have a B.Sc. or equivalent from a Canadian university; those who have been out of university for five years or more. Only the General Test is mandatory. For consideration, students must obtain a minimum score of 550 in verbal and quantitative categories and a score of 3.5 to 4 in analytical writing.

   For enquiries about Graduate Records Examination, please contact GRE Educational Testing Service, Princeton, NJ 08540; telephone: 609-683-2002; website: .

   Applicants must ensure that official test results are sent to Æ»¹ûÒùÔº directly by the testing service. Applications cannot be considered if test results are not available.

If a graduate student accepted into the M.Sc. program demonstrates superior performance in the first year, the Graduate Committee, in consultation with the thesis supervisor, may recommend waiving the M.Sc. thesis requirement, and allow the student to proceed directly to the Ph.D. program.

M.Sc. in Rehabilitation Science (Non-Thesis)

1. to 5. as above; plus two years of clinical experience is recommended.

Qualifying Year for entry into M.Sc.A. (P.T.)

1. An undergraduate degree or equivalent from a university of recognized reputation.
2. Same as M.Sc. in Rehabilitation Science (Thesis) above.
3. No prerequisites.
4. Same as M.Sc. in Rehabilitation Science (Thesis) above.
5. Same as M.Sc. in Rehabilitation Science (Thesis) above.
6. In applicant statement on web application, please describe your motivation, preparedness, suitability, and reasons for choosing O.T. or P.T. Professional Program.
7. Knowledge of French is highly recommended. Variety of clinical placements is severely restricted for students who do not speak French.
8. Successful completion of an interview to be held in May.

Qualifying Year for entry into M.Sc.A. (O.T.)

Same as Qualifying Year for entry into M.Sc.A. (P.T.) above.

M.Sc.A. (P.T.)

A B.Sc. (Rehabilitation Science) majoring in P.T., or evidence of high academic achievement in Qualifying Year for entry into M.Sc.A. (P.T.), equivalent to B standing, or a Æ»¹ûÒùÔº CGPA of 3.0 (70-74%) is required.

M.Sc.A. (O.T.)

A B.Sc. (Rehabilitation Science) majoring in O.T., or evidence of high academic achievement in Qualifying Year for entry into M.Sc.A. (O.T.), equivalent to B standing, or a Æ»¹ûÒùÔº CGPA of 3.0 (70-74%) is required.

Ph.D. in Rehabilitation Science

1. An M.Sc. degree in a rehabilitation-related discipline from a university of recognized reputation.
2. Evidence of high academic achievement, equivalent to B+ standing, or a Æ»¹ûÒùÔº CGPA of 3.3 (75-79%) is required.
3. Proof of proficiency in English. Applicants to graduate studies whose mother tongue is not English and who have not completed an undergraduate or graduate degree from a recognized foreign institution where English is the language of instruction or from a recognized Canadian institution (anglophone or francophone), must submit documented proof of competency in oral and written English, by appropriate exams, e.g., TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) with a minimum score of 100 on the Internet-based test with each component score not less than 20 (School requirement), or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum overall band score of 7.0.
4. GRE Test with a minimum score of 600 in verbal and quantitative categories and a score of 4.5 to 5 in analytical writing. The test is recommended for the following applicants: those who do not have a B.Sc., M.Sc., or equivalent from a Canadian university; those who have been out of university for five years or more.

   For enquiries about Graduate Records Examination, please contact GRE Educational Testing Service, Princeton, NJ 08540; telephone: 609-683-2002; website: .

   Applicants must ensure that official test results are sent to Æ»¹ûÒùÔº directly by the testing service. Applications cannot be considered if test results are not available.

Graduate Certificate in Chronic Pain Management

Please note that this program is under review. Contact the Department for more information regarding admission requirements and application procedures.

It is recommended to apply for admission online at the following address: www.mcgill.ca/gradapplicants/apply.

Applications will be considered upon receipt of:

1. the completed application form;
2. $100 application fee;
3. a complete curriculum vitae (except for M.Sc.A. (O.T.), M.Sc.A. (P.T.));
4. a statement of purpose (except for M.Sc.A. (O.T.), M.Sc.A. (P.T.));
5. two original official transcripts (university program) (except for U3 & QY students applying to M.Sc.A. (O.T.), M.Sc.A. (P.T.));
6. two letters of reference on official letterhead (except for U3 & QY students applying to M.Sc.A. (O.T.), M.Sc.A. (P.T.));
7. test results (GRE, TOEFL), if required.

Dates for Guaranteed Consideration

For dates for guaranteed consideration, please consult the following website: www.mcgill.ca/gradapplicants/physical-and-occupational-therapy. Then select the appropriate program.

Documents are to be mailed directly.

M.Sc.A. (P.T.), M.Sc.A. (O.T.)

• Professional Masters Student Affairs Coordinator
• School of Physical and Occupational Therapy
• Davis House, Room 5
• 3654 Promenade Sir-William-Osler (upper Drummond Street)
• Montreal, QC H3G 1Y5
• Telephone: 514-398-2784
• Fax: 514-398-6360

Master's and Ph.D. Programs

• Graduate Rehabilitation Student Affairs Coordinator
• School of Physical and Occupational Therapy
• Davis House, Room 5
• 3654 Promenade Sir-William-Osler (upper Drummond Street)
• Montreal, QC H3G 1Y5
• Telephone: 514-398-2271
• Fax: 514-398-6360

Driving Certificate Program

• Driving Certificate Coordinator
• School of Physical and Occupational Therapy
• Davis House, Room 5
• 3654 Promenade Sir-William-Osler (upper Drummond Street)
• Montreal, QC H3G 1Y5
• Telephone: 514-398-2271
• Fax: 514-398-6360