The Applied Health Sciences program is directed to generating new knowledge dedicated to improving health using inter-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary approaches. Students and faculty from diverse disciplines interact to enhance the student’s capacity for undertaking innovative research projects in the applied health domain.
Past Applied Health Sciences theses
2020
- Adam Decker
Supervisors: Dr. D. Kriellaars
Title: Longitudinal Assessment of Physical, Physiological and Psychological Characteristics of Elite Circus Student-Artists - Daryl Hurrie
Supervisors: Dr. G. Giesbrecht
Title: Decrease in Body Temperature: Effects on Motor Nervous System Function, Exercise Performance and Response to Active Heating - Laura MacDonald
Supervisors: Dr. E. Ready and Dr. D. Schonwetter
Title: A Mixed Methods Salutogenic Exploration of Dental and Dental Hygiene Program Learning Environment and Curriculum as Perceived by Students - Navjot Pachu
Supervisors: Dr. S. Webber and Dr. S. Strachan
Title: A Social Cognitive Theory-Based Exploration of University Students' Knowledge, Self-Efficacy, and Outcome Expectations Related to Reducing Sedentary Behaviour
2019
- Saleh Aloraini
Supervisor: Dr. S. Passmore
Title: Balance Control: Using Motor Behaviour Concepts as Tools for Assessing and Modifying Postural Adjustments - Mahin Delara
Supervisor: Dr. J. Mignone
Title: Early Life Exposure to Antibiotics and Mood and Anxiety Disorders - Jane Karpa
Supervisor: Dr. W. Chernomas
Title: An Odyssey: Families' Experiences Living with Acquired Brain Injury - Barbara Tallman
Supervisor: Dr. L. Guse
Title: The Couple Living with Dementia in the Community: Accomplishing Life Together Through Their Efforts Toward Mutuality
2018
- Laetitia Guillemette
Supervisors: Dr. J. McGavock and Dr. T. Duhamel
Title: Impact of Intrauterine Exposure to Diabetes and Social Determinants of Health on Offspring Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Youth and Early Adulthood - Andrew Robson
Supervisors: Dr. C. Glazebrook and Dr. B. Temple
Title: Parents of Preschool Children Newly Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder: The Effectiveness of a Self-Directed Online Parent Training and Support Program on Parent and Child Outcomes - Ashley Stewart-Tufescu
Supervisor: Dr. J. Durrant
Title: The Transportability of a Violence-Prevention Parenting Program in Three Diverse Country Contexts - Tamara Tallieu
Supervisor: Dr. D. Brownridge
Title: Screening for Intimate Partner Violence in the Early Postpartum Period: Pregnancy, Maternal and Child Outcomes from the Prenatal Period to Five Years Post-Delivery
2017
- Dustin Scott Kehler
Supervisors: Dr. T. Duhamel and Dr. R. Arora
Title: The Impact of Sedentary and Physical Activity Behaviour on Frailty in Middle-Aged and Older Adults - Tanya Kozera
Supervisor: Dr. D. Kriellaars
Title: Physical Literacy in Children and Youth - Jacqueline Lemaire
Supervisor: Dr. S. Shooshtari
Title: Community Health Assessment Through an Income-Related Health Equity Lens: A Retrospective Case Study of Three Regional Health Authorities in Manitoba - Lynda Wolf
Supervisors: Dr. P. Hawranik and Dr. M. Edwards
Title: Communication Interactions of Health Care Aides
2014
- Kelly Andrushko
Supervisors: Dr. R. Woodgate and Dr. S. Prentice
Title: Body Image, Eating Attitudes and Behaviours, and Physical Activity: A Multi-Method Study of School-Age Children in Child Care - Cheryl Cusack
Supervisor: Dr. B. Cohen
Title: Development of a Public Health Nurse Professional Practice Model Using Participatory Action Research - Kristen Klassen
Supervisors: Dr. E. Ready and Dr. J. Sareen
Title: Income and Mental Health in the Canadian General, Military, and Veteran Populations: A Multiple Database Investigation - Sheila McRae
Supervisor: Dr. D. Kriellaars
Title: Hamstring Tendon Harvest for ACL Reconstruction: Impact on Muscle and Function - Joanne Parsons
Supervisor: Dr. M. Porter
Title: Assessing and Modifying Neuromuscular Risk Factors for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury in Female Athletes - Cynthia Srikesavan
Supervisors: Dr. T. Szturm and Dr. B. Shay
Title: Task-Oriented Training with Computer Gaming in People with Rheumatoid Arthritis or Hand Osteoarthritis: A Quasi-Mixed Methods Pilot Study - Kellie Thiessen
Supervisor: Dr. M. Heaman
Title: A Case Study of the Implementation of Regulated Midwifery in Manitoba
2013
- Lucelia Luna de Melo
Supervisors: Dr. V. Menec and Dr. E. Ready
Title: Perceived Neighbourhood Environment and Health-Related Outcomes Among Older Adults - Patricia Gregory
Supervisor: Dr. M. Heaman
Title: Factors Related to Women's Experiences and Satisfaction with Prenatal Care - Rob Pryce
Supervisor: Dr. D. Kriellaars
Title: Obesity and Loading During Lifting
2012
- Charmayne Dube
Supervisor: Dr. B. Temple
Title: Supporting Adults with Intellectual Disabilities who Present with Challenging Behaviours: A Cross-Case Analysis of Staff Perceptions of Work and Training
2011
- Hamideh Bayrampour
Supervisor: Dr. M. Heaman
Title: Advanced Maternal Age and Risk Perception - Jennifer Protudjer
Supervisors: Dr. G. Sevenhuysen and Dr. A. Becker
Title: Weight, Related Lifestyle Behaviours and Asthma in Manitoba Children - Jacquie Ripat
Supervisor: Dr. R. Woodgate
Title: Self-perceived Participation Among Adults with Spinal Cord Injuries: The Role of Assistive Technology
Program details
The Faculty of Graduate Studies offers a four-year Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Health Sciences.
Expected Duration: 4 years
Tuition and Fees:
- Tuition Fees: Charged for Terms 1, 2, 4, and 5.
- Continuing Fee: Applied for Term 3, Term 6, and each subsequent term.
(Refer to Graduate tuition and fees.)
Program Components:
- Research-based coursework
- Candidacy examination
- Substantial research-based project
- For more information, see the bona fide academic requirements.
Coursework Requirements
Regular Program:
- Complete 12 credit hours of 7000-level coursework.
Special Consideration Category:
- Complete an additional 6 credit hours in AHS 7010 under the intended supervisor in the first year.
Mandatory Courses:
- AHS 7000: Research and Practice in Applied Health Sciences (3 credit hours)
- AHS Seminar I: Multidisciplinary approaches
- AHS Seminar II: Scientific communication
Additional Coursework:
- 9 credit hours of graduate courses based on the program of study determined by the supervisor, advisory committee, and student.
Applied Health Sciences Seminar
Students in the program are required to take part in monthly seminars in the first two years of the program. Seminars are multidisciplinary and focus on current issues in applied health sciences, with presentations by students, faculty and invited speakers.
For full course descriptions, please visit the Academic Calendar.
Thesis Requirements
Thesis Proposal:
- Complete and defend a written thesis proposal orally.
Final Thesis:
- Submit a written thesis (traditional or manuscript form).
- Defend the thesis orally.
Candidacy Exam:
Manuscripts:
- Complete two manuscripts for the advisory committee.
- After evaluation, proceed to an oral defense of the manuscripts and thesis-related knowledge.
Timing:
- Complete and pass the candidacy exam (oral and written components) before the end of the second year.
Research Proposal:
- Submit and defend a research proposal outlining the study's rationale, objectives, methods, and procedures.
- Proposal must be approved by the advisory committee before the end of the second year.
Admission requirements
The following are minimum requirements to be considered for entry into the Applied Health Sciences PhD program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
General Requirements:
- Meet the Faculty of Graduate Studies' admission requirements.
Educational Background:
- Normally, a research-based master’s degree in a discipline related to Applied Health Sciences is required. This degree should be:
- Identified as research-based (not professional)
- Focused primarily on research
- Thesis-based, with the thesis project being the main component of the program
Alternative Consideration:
- Applicants with some research experience but without a research-based master’s degree will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Additional Requirements for Non-Research-Based Master’s Degrees:
- Complete a yearlong research course (AHS 7010, 6 credit hours) in the first year, normally under the supervision of the identified supervisor.
- This is in addition to the 12 credit hours of required coursework for the Applied Health Sciences PhD program.
Supervisor Communication:
- Contact a potential supervisor from the two participating units before applying.
- Obtain a letter of support from the supervisor and details about funding.
In addition to the admission requirements described here, all applicants must meet the minimum admission and English language proficiency requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
How to apply
The Applied Health Sciences (PhD) program accepts applications once a year. All applications must be completed online and include the following components:
- Application fee (non-refundable)
- Non-refundable
- CV/Resumé
- Outline research experience
- Include completed graduate level training programs
- List productivity (conferences, papers, awards, recognitions)
- Provide a link to prior thesis work
- Indicate if the master’s degree is research-based (not just professional)
- Note: Completion of a thesis alone does not guarantee a research-based master’s degree
- Statement of Intent
- Clearly describe interest in the program
- Identify the type of research intended
- Explain how this research fits within the Applied Health Sciences program
- Supervisor Support Letter
- Must be provided by the identified supervisor
- Letter should confirm:
- Willingness to accept the student
- Availability of adequate resources to support the research
- Capability to provide necessary teaching for course requirements
- Serves as a recommendation for the application
- Statement of Funding
- Complete a form with the supervisor
- Details financial support from the supervisor or other sources
- Note: Many students may be 'self-funded'
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- Identify two individuals to provide letters
- One letter must come from the master’s supervisor
Students must have an identified supervisor who is willing to accept them before applying. This requires sufficient communication between the student and supervisor to complete the statement of funding and obtain a suitable supervisor support letter.
Application deadlines
Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.
| Term | Annual application deadlines |
|---|---|
| Fall (September) | March 1 |
Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.
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Admission and application inquiries
Faculty of Graduate Studies
Room 500 UMSU University Centre
65 Chancellors Circle
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada
graduate.admissions@umanitoba.ca
Phone: 204-474-9377
Monday to Friday
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Program inquiries
Faculty of Graduate Studies, Applied Health Sciences PhD program
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430 University Crescent
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2
Phone: 204-474-7806
Fax: 204-474-7634