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+ | 1151 Richmond St, London, ON, N6A 3K7 | ||
+ | Western University | ||
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==Contacts== | ==Contacts== | ||
− | Website: | + | Website: https://www.uwo.ca/fhs/pt/programs/mpt/index.html<br> |
− | Admissions phone: (519) 661- | + | Admissions phone: (519) 661-2111 x 88842<br> |
− | + | Email: ptadmit@uwo.ca (Donna Beer, Professional Program Assistant) | |
− | Email: | ||
==Program Information== | ==Program Information== | ||
− | *There are | + | *There are two programs: MPT and MClSc |
− | **Only the MPT is a professional program; the other | + | **Only the MPT is a professional program; the other is a research program |
− | **This article focuses on admission requirements for the MPT and MSc (PT) programs | + | **This article focuses on admission requirements for the MPT and MSc (PT) programs |
− | + | *70 spaces each year for the MPT program, open only to citizens or permanent residents of Canada | |
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==Admissions Requirements== | ==Admissions Requirements== | ||
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*Four year baccalaureate degree in any discipline from a college or university | *Four year baccalaureate degree in any discipline from a college or university | ||
*Required Courses | *Required Courses | ||
− | **Human | + | **Human, Mammal, or Vertebrate Physiology (3 credits) |
− | + | **Science - Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Anatomy, Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology (6 credits) | |
− | **Science - | + | **Statistics, Research Methods, or Research Design (3 credits) |
− | + | **Social Sciences or Liberal Arts (6 credits) | |
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===Work and Volunteer Experience=== | ===Work and Volunteer Experience=== | ||
− | *50 hours minimum working or volunteering with persons experiencing cognitive or physical difficulties | + | *50 hours minimum working or volunteering with persons experiencing cognitive or physical difficulties. This includes any paid or volunteer hospital experience in Acute Rehabilitation Unit and out-patient rehabilitation. |
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*Based on the last 60 credits completed as of December 31 of the application cycle. | *Based on the last 60 credits completed as of December 31 of the application cycle. | ||
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====MSc (PT)==== | ====MSc (PT)==== | ||
*Minimum 70% average (3.0) in last two full undergraduate years | *Minimum 70% average (3.0) in last two full undergraduate years | ||
− | For more information, click [ | + | For more information, click [https://www.uwo.ca/fhs/pt/programs/mpt/admission.html]. |
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====MPT==== | ====MPT==== | ||
*Minimum scores: | *Minimum scores: | ||
**Paper-based: 620 | **Paper-based: 620 | ||
**Internet-based: 105 | **Internet-based: 105 | ||
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**IELTS: 8 | **IELTS: 8 | ||
====MSc (PT)==== | ====MSc (PT)==== | ||
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==Documentation== | ==Documentation== | ||
===MPT=== | ===MPT=== | ||
− | * | + | *Complete CASPer online, video-scenario, situational judgement test (completed by January 20) |
− | * | + | *Upload officials transcripts directly to ORPAS |
− | *Two reference | + | *Two standard letters of reference (one by an individual who holds an academic faculty position and the second by a professional who can judge the applicant's performance and interpersonal skills) |
− | ** | + | *Applicant Statement explaining why you choose PT as a career, and specifically why Western |
− | ** | + | *Evidence of paid/unpaid PT-related experiences and community service activities |
+ | *Evidence of paid/unpaid non-PT/community service activities | ||
+ | *Accomplishments | ||
*Incomplete applications will '''not''' be processed. | *Incomplete applications will '''not''' be processed. | ||
− | + | To access the application form and learn about all documentation requirements, please visit [https://www.uwo.ca/fhs/pt/programs/mpt/admission.html here] | |
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==Deadlines== | ==Deadlines== | ||
− | *Applications | + | *Applications are accepted (using ORPAS online system) beginning in mid-October |
− | * | + | *Last day to submit an application is January 4 |
− | + | Offers of admission are sent out beginning in mid-May | |
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==Tuition== | ==Tuition== | ||
− | * | + | *Tuition rate of $4,183.00 for the MPT. |
*Student fees include athletic fee, recreation fee, student services fee, GSA activity fee, GSA health and vision insurance, and GSA dental insurance. These add up to around $500 a year. | *Student fees include athletic fee, recreation fee, student services fee, GSA activity fee, GSA health and vision insurance, and GSA dental insurance. These add up to around $500 a year. | ||
*Additional costs may include books, housing/food, local transportation. | *Additional costs may include books, housing/food, local transportation. | ||
*Check website for possible scholarship opportunities. | *Check website for possible scholarship opportunities. | ||
− | + | Visit [http://www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/fees_refunds/pdfs%20fee%20schedule%20/Fall%202018%20Fee%20Schedule%20Grad%20CDN.pdf here] for a list of tuition fees based on specific programs. | |
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==Other facts/Notes== | ==Other facts/Notes== | ||
*Must provide immunization record, be immunized for TB, and acquire OESS/VSS screening once admitted | *Must provide immunization record, be immunized for TB, and acquire OESS/VSS screening once admitted | ||
*Two year program, including spring/summer terms | *Two year program, including spring/summer terms | ||
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*Three placements | *Three placements | ||
**Junior (Spring/Summer of Year 1): 6 weeks | **Junior (Spring/Summer of Year 1): 6 weeks |
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Location
1151 Richmond St, London, ON, N6A 3K7 Western University
Contacts
Website: https://www.uwo.ca/fhs/pt/programs/mpt/index.html
Admissions phone: (519) 661-2111 x 88842
Email: ptadmit@uwo.ca (Donna Beer, Professional Program Assistant)
Program Information
- There are two programs: MPT and MClSc
- Only the MPT is a professional program; the other is a research program
- This article focuses on admission requirements for the MPT and MSc (PT) programs
- 70 spaces each year for the MPT program, open only to citizens or permanent residents of Canada
Admissions Requirements
Course and Degree Requirements (MPT)
- Four year baccalaureate degree in any discipline from a college or university
- Required Courses
- Human, Mammal, or Vertebrate Physiology (3 credits)
- Science - Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Anatomy, Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology (6 credits)
- Statistics, Research Methods, or Research Design (3 credits)
- Social Sciences or Liberal Arts (6 credits)
Work and Volunteer Experience
- 50 hours minimum working or volunteering with persons experiencing cognitive or physical difficulties. This includes any paid or volunteer hospital experience in Acute Rehabilitation Unit and out-patient rehabilitation.
MPT
- Based on the last 60 credits completed as of December 31 of the application cycle.
- Admissions will calculate GPA starting with final fall grades, and count backwards from there based on the chronological order indicated on the applicant's transcript.
- If the last few courses needed to fulfill the 60-credit total do not comprise an entire semester (e.g. 3 out of 5 courses of 2nd year Winter), the average of the entire year is taken.
- Includes summer, part-time, and failed courses, in addition to courses taken after the four-year degree is completed.
- Does not include S/U courses, practicums, activity-type courses, or courses taken as a graduate student
MSc (PT)
- Minimum 70% average (3.0) in last two full undergraduate years
For more information, click [1].
MPT
- Minimum scores:
- Paper-based: 620
- Internet-based: 105
- IELTS: 8
MSc (PT)
- Minimum TOEFL scores are same as above
- Other accepted minimum scores:
- MELAB: 88 overal, no mark less than 80
- IELTS: 7
Residency Requirements
- Must be a citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
Interview
- There is no interview
Documentation
MPT
- Complete CASPer online, video-scenario, situational judgement test (completed by January 20)
- Upload officials transcripts directly to ORPAS
- Two standard letters of reference (one by an individual who holds an academic faculty position and the second by a professional who can judge the applicant's performance and interpersonal skills)
- Applicant Statement explaining why you choose PT as a career, and specifically why Western
- Evidence of paid/unpaid PT-related experiences and community service activities
- Evidence of paid/unpaid non-PT/community service activities
- Accomplishments
- Incomplete applications will not be processed.
To access the application form and learn about all documentation requirements, please visit here
Deadlines
- Applications are accepted (using ORPAS online system) beginning in mid-October
- Last day to submit an application is January 4
Offers of admission are sent out beginning in mid-May
Tuition
- Tuition rate of $4,183.00 for the MPT.
- Student fees include athletic fee, recreation fee, student services fee, GSA activity fee, GSA health and vision insurance, and GSA dental insurance. These add up to around $500 a year.
- Additional costs may include books, housing/food, local transportation.
- Check website for possible scholarship opportunities.
Visit here for a list of tuition fees based on specific programs.
Other facts/Notes
- Must provide immunization record, be immunized for TB, and acquire OESS/VSS screening once admitted
- Two year program, including spring/summer terms
- Three placements
- Junior (Spring/Summer of Year 1): 6 weeks
- Junior-Intermediate (Fall of Year 2): 6 weeks
- Intermediate-Senior, Senior, Professional Consolidation (Spring/Summer of Year 2): 18 weeks
- If placement is outside the London area, funding of up to $750/placement (or up to $1500 for all three placements) is available
- Otherwise, travel and accommodation costs are paid entirely by the student.
- Graded under pass/fail scheme