Applied Disability Studies

Brock’s Department of Applied Disability Studies is an internationally recognized academic program that contributes to the betterment of the lives of people in our community and beyond with a focus on persons with disabilities and underserved populations.

Upcoming Graduate Program Information Sessions

Interested in applying to one of our graduate programs? Attend one of our upcoming information sessions to learn more about admission requirements, financial opportunities, and what to expect from the graduate experience. The application deadline for the MA/PhD program is December 1 and the application deadline for the MADS program is January 15.

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Brock is the only university in Ontario offering a Master of Arts (MA) in Applied Disability Studies

Specialize in Applied Disability Analysis (ABA) or Leadership, Diversity, Community, and Culture (LDCC)

Required practicum (ABA) or internship (LDCC) provides students with practical training and experience

Explore our Graduate Programs

MA Program

Master of Arts
Research-Based
Specializations in Applied Disability Analysis (ABA) or Leadership, Diversity, Community, and Culture (LDCC)

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MADS Program

Master of Applied Disability Studies
Course-Based
Specializations in Applied Disability Analysis (ABA) or Leadership, Diversity, Community, and Culture (LDCC)

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PhD Program

Research-Based
Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) specialization only

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Graduate Diploma

Course-Based
Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) specialization only

Learn more about the Graduate Diploma

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Meet the Faculty

Faculty are internationally respected in disability studies and Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). We strive to contribute knowledge, develop partnerships, enhance support and services, and provide inclusive education to students who will be agents of change in the community.

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Research

Brock’s Department of Applied Disability Studies is advancing research in diverse areas including developmental and physical disabilities, mental health, challenging behaviour, feeding disorders, disability rights, behavioural interventions, and parent and staff training.

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