PS4514 - Physiotherapy Honours Part 4 of 4

Available to students who have been awarded a degree (or its equivalent) in Physiotherapy, and have approval of the Head of Discipline

This subject is one of four subjects (the others being PS4511, PS4512 and PS4513) that constitute the Bachelor of Physiotherapy Honours (graduate entry) in the Discipline of Physiotherapy when studied part time. Students in this subject will commence a research project on a topic to be agreed between the student and the Honours Coordinator (Physiotherapy), carried out under the supervision of a supervisor from within the Discipline of Physiotherapy.

Learning Outcomes

• demonstrate advanced skills to review and critically appraise literature relevant to the chosen research topic;
• demonstrate advanced skills to design and undertake research in a systematic and scientific manner, to apply research methods appropriate to the field of study in which the research project is situated, and to implement the procedures necessary to ensure that research is conducted in an ethical manner appropriate to the research area;
• demonstrate advanced skills to conduct appropriate analysis of the data collected and extract logical conclusions from the research results;
• demonstrate advanced written, oral and presentation skills to communicate their research plan and findings.

Subject Assessment

• Oral > Presentation 1 - (10%) - Individual
• Written > Thesis/dissertation - (35%) - Individual
• Written > Critical appraisal/review - (15%) - Individual
• Written > Journal article - (35%) - Individual
• Written > Proposal - (5%) - Individual.

Special Assessment Requirements

Passing requirements: submit all assessment items; achieve a cumulative score of at least 50% inclusive of any penalties applied; pass every assessment.

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.