Rehabilitation Sciences Overall Learning Objectives

The Rehabilitation Sciences Institute aims to prepare its graduates for tomorrow’s careers in scientific research and leadership in academia, clinical science, education, industry, and government/administration by achieving the following eight broad objectives:

1. Develop broad knowledge of rehabilitation research and in-depth knowledge pertaining to their field of study.
2. Develop critical thinking skills and ability to critically evaluate scientific literature.
3. Establish a solid foundation of principles of scientific inquiry and research methodologies broadly and in the context of the chosen field, including formulation of research questions, study design, data collection, analysis, data visualization and interpretation and knowledge translation.
4. Enhance the abilities to effectively communicate scientific knowledge orally and in writing to various knowledge users, consumer groups, stakeholders and funders.
5. Provide in-depth knowledge of ethical and responsible conduct of research.
6. Adhere to values of interdisciplinarity.
7. Include equity, diversity, and inclusion across all educational/ research opportunities.
8. Foster the commitment to life-long learning and continuing self-education