Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Rehabilitation Sciences
Duration: 5 Year(s)
The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), Galveston
Galveston, Texas, USA
Course TypePhD
Course Specialty
Rehabilitation Engineering
Overview
The PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences at UTMB is an interdisciplinary doctoral program designed to train researchers capable of advancing knowledge in rehabilitation and disability studies. Students develop competencies in evaluating biological, behavioral, environmental, and social determinants of functional independence. The curriculum includes advanced research methodology, conceptual modeling, analytical techniques, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Students engage in extensive research, culminating in a doctoral dissertation that addresses key questions in rehabilitation science. Graduates are prepared for careers in academic research, teaching, health policy, and leadership roles in healthcare and public health organizations.
Admission Intake
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
PhD students often receive support that may include a stipend, tuition coverage, and health insurance through research assistantships, teaching assistantships, fellowships, or departmental/GSBS funding depending on availability.
Accomodation:
Hostel Facility
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field.
- Minimum academic performance (often GPA ≥ 3.0 or equivalent).
- Prior clinical or rehabilitation experience preferred.
- Statement of research interests and purpose.
- Letters of recommendation.
- International applicants must meet English proficiency requirements (TOEFL/IELTS) if applicable.
- Admission review and approval by relevant admissions committees.
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeMSc Rehabilitation Nursing
Admission Process:
- Review detailed program requirements and prerequisites on the UTMB Rehabilitation Sciences PhD admissions page.
- Prepare application materials: SOPHAS application, transcripts, research statement, personal statement, writing sample, letters of recommendation.
- Submit online application via SOPHAS (School of Public Health Application Service) with required attachments by the designated deadline.
- Ensure verification of academic credentials and supporting documents.
- International applicants provide English proficiency scores (TOEFL/IELTS) if required.
- Admissions committees in Preventive Medicine & Community Health and Rehabilitation Sciences review applications for suitability.
- Selected applicants may be invited for interview or additional evaluation.
- Admissions decisions are communicated; successful candidates complete enrollment and orientation processes.
