Dr. Jarold Cosby

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Cosby is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at Brock University. His research focuses on qualitative methods in health decisions, health policy, program evaluation, and health communication. He leads a qualitative research lab that studies the decision-making processes of patients, physicians, and policymakers in healthcare settings, particularly in developing countries. His current research includes self-sampling protocols for cervical cancer screening in Kenya, patient perspectives on epilepsy, the use of synthetic insulins, and childhood injury prevention. Dr. Cosby's work has been funded by multiple agencies, including the Medical Research Council of the United Kingdom, the World Bank, and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. He has also served as a reviewer for several prominent academic boards and has published extensively in health policy and nursing journals. Dr. Cosby is committed to mentoring future researchers and is currently accepting graduate students.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Brock University • St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Teach and conduct research in Kinesiology with a focus on qualitative methods.

Awards

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Sir Frederick Banting Grant

2019-01-01
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Grand Challenges Stars in Global Health Research Award

2018-01-01
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Paul Ehrlich Award for Excellence in Infectious Disease Research

2017-01-01

Requirements for Brock University

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:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:88
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a related field Satisfactory academic standing
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two electronic reference reports
  • Statement of Intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.