Dr. Alison Oates

Associate Professor

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Biography

Alison Oates is an Associate Professor in the College of Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan. Her research focuses on biomechanics and motor control, specifically looking at neuromuscular adaptations. She completed her Ph.D. at the University of Waterloo, where her dissertation examined dynamic stability during gait termination in both healthy adults and those with Parkinson's disease. Additionally, Alison has completed a postdoctoral fellowship at McGill University, studying locomotor rehabilitation post-stroke. Through her academic career, she has been involved in several research themes within her college, contributing valuable insights into human movement and rehabilitation techniques.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Saskatchewan • Saskatoon, SK, Canada

Associate Professor in the College of Kinesiology, specializing in biomechanics and motor control.

Courses

KIN 322.3 - Motor Learning Control KIN 422.3 - Motor Control Neurological Conditions KIN 822.3 - Sensorimotor Control Posture & Locomotion

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.