Dr. Ryan Rhodes

Professor

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Biography

Ryan Rhodes is a Professor and the Director of the Behavioural Medicine Laboratory at the University of Victoria, where he also serves as a Graduate Advisor in Exercise Science and Physical & Health Education. With a background in Psychology, he has made significant contributions to understanding physical activity and sedentary behaviour, particularly in health promotion and life transitions. His research focuses on applying technology to facilitate health behaviour change and addressing the intention-behaviour gap. Rhodes is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences and has received multiple recognitions from prestigious organizations such as the American Psychological Society. He has delivered multiple studies evaluating the effectiveness of health interventions for various populations, with a strong emphasis on family-based approaches for managing childhood overweight and promoting physical activity among cancer survivors. His work highlights the importance of physical activity identity and the role of familial and environmental factors in shaping health behaviours.

Research Interests

Courses

EPHE 357 Introduction to Research EPHE 581 Psychological Issues in Physical Activity and Health

Requirements for University of Victoria

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GRE General
Verbal
Required:130
Quantitative
Required:130
Analytical Writing
Required:0
Overall
Required:0
Prerequisites
BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent Background in Mathematics with emphasis on Computer Science
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Intent
  • Professional CV
  • Two assessment reports
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Science. GRE is highly recommended for international students.