Qualifying Year for the MScA Physical Therapy 2025 Admission - Applicant Guidebook

Oct 3, 2026

Qualifying Year (QY) admission guidance for McGill’s Master of Science (Applied) in Physical Therapy (MScA-PT) for 2025 explains the two pathways to entry and states that every applicant must meet an entry requirement. It outlines the QY structure (Fall start, 30 credits across 2 semesters), eligibility to progress with a cGPA of 3.0+, and details program features of the subsequent MScA-PT track, including clinical practica and an applied, evidence-based curriculum. It further covers program timeline, tuition and financial aid options, and key application steps.

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Program Overview

Program Timeline

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Requirements

French Requirement for Healthcare Professionals

Mitigating Circumstances

Preparing to Apply & Deadlines

Submission & Payment

Early Review & Final Submission

Application Evaluation

Status of Applications & Waiting List

Application Checklist

Offers of Admission

Unsuccessful Applications

Resources & Help

Qualifying Year for the MScA Physical Therapy 2025 Admission A P P L I C A N T G U I D E B O O K ( P T Q U A L I F Y I N G Y E A R ) We lcome to SPOT ! Qualifying Year for the Master of Science (Applied) in Physical Therapy Program APPLICANT GUIDEBOOK Qualifying Year for the MScA Physical Therapy 2025 Admission Program Overview...............3 Program Timeline...............4 Tuition & Financial Aid ......5 Admission Requirements....7 French Requirement for Healthcare Professionals…11 Mitigating Circumstances..14 Preparing to Apply & Deadlines........................15 Submission & Payment .....16 Early Review & Final Submission ...............17 Application Evaluation.......18 Status of Applications & Waiting List........................19 Application Checklist.........20 Offers of Admission...........21 Unsuccessful Applications..22 Resources & Help...............23 A P P L I C A N T G U I D E B O O K ( P T Q U A L I F Y I N G Y E A R ) Table of Contents Qualifying Year for the MScA Physical Therapy 2025 Admission There are only two means by which applicants may qualify for entry into McGill’s Master of Science (Applied) in Physical Therapy (MScA-PT) program: 1. By completing McGill’s Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Science (Major in Physical Therapy) program, or 2. By completing a Qualifying Year (QY) for the MScA-PT program. No applicant will be considered for entry into the MScA-PT program without having completed one of these two entry requirements, without exception. Foreign trained physiotherapists who do not wish to complete the MScA-PT program may also consider applying to McGill’s equivalency program. Note: the Qualifying Year is not open to applicants who have completed a BSc. in Rehabilitation Science (Major in Physical Therapy) at McGill. Qualifying Year (QY) The QY Program begins in the Fall semester, and consists of 30 credits over 2 semesters. Students who successfully complete the QY with a cGPA of 3.0 or better, and who maintain the program’s standards of ethics and professionalism, can apply for the five semester MScA-PT program. Places are reserved in the MScA-PT program for QY students who meet all entry requirements. There are no admission quotas for the QY Program for international students, or for Canadian students from outside or within Québec. Master of Science, Applied, in Physical Therapy (MScA-PT) The Master of Science, Applied, in Physical Therapy (MScA-PT) is a 63-credit program, over five semesters, including four clinical practica (1,050 hours in total) . The educational approach is consistent with adult learning, self-directed learning, reflective clinical practice, and inter-professionalism. Strong links between academic and clinical fieldwork are emphasized. Courses emphasize client-centered and evidence-based practice across the lifespan and health care continuum, and include health promotion from prevention of disability to rehabilitation. The program also includes courses in advanced professional practice, research and educational methodology, and a master’s level research project. The program is fully compliant with the Physical Therapy Education Accreditation Canada standards for entry-level physical therapy education. A P P L I C A N T G U I D E B O O K ( P T Q U A L I F Y I N G Y E A R ) P rog ram Overview Qualifying Year for the MScA Physical Therapy 2025 Admission For more information on our program, please refer to our website: Curriculum | School of Physical & Occupational Therapy-McGill University Alternatively, you can also refer to the program’s calendar: Master of Science, Applied (M.Sc.A.PT.) Physical Therapy (Non-Thesis) | eCalendar-McGill University | Year | Summer | Fall | Winter | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | QY | | Campus-based Courses: PHTH 550
PHTH 551
PHTH 554
PHTH 563
IPEA 500 | Campus-based Courses: PHTH 560
PHTH 561
PHTH 564
IPEA-501 | | M1 | Clinical Prac

FAQs

What are the two ways applicants can qualify for entry to the MScA-PT program?

Applicants must qualify either by completing McGill’s Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Science (Major in Physical Therapy) program or by completing the Qualifying Year (QY) for the MScA-PT program.

When does the QY Program begin and how is it structured?

The QY Program begins in the Fall semester and consists of 30 credits over 2 semesters.

What academic requirement is needed to apply for the MScA-PT program after the QY?

Students who successfully complete the QY with a cGPA of 3.0 or better, and who maintain the program’s ethics and professionalism standards, can apply for the five-semester MScA-PT program.

Oct 3, 2026

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