Dr. Rebecca Renwick

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Biography

Rebecca Renwick is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Toronto, specializing in Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy. With a PhD in Social Psychology, she leads the Quality Life Research Unit (QOLRU), focusing on qualitative and quantitative research aimed at understanding quality of life issues. Her research emphasizes client and community engagement, including the development of conceptual models and measurement instruments. Notable recent studies have utilized qualitative video methods to explore the perspectives of children and youths with intellectual and developmental disabilities concerning their quality of life and social engagement. Additionally, she conducts participatory research that examines media representations of individuals with disabilities and their meaningful engagement within the community and society.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

— Present

Quality Life Research Unit (QOLRU) • Toronto, ON

Leading qualitative and quantitative research focused on quality of life issues for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology