Course coordinator
Dr Viana Vuvan
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- External
- Attendance mode
- Online
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Health & Rehab Sci School
Advances student's clinical reasoning skills and knowledge in the fields of biological and medical sciences relevant to musculoskeletal sports physiotherapists.
This course provides an opportunity for the graduate physiotherapist to advance their clinical reasoning skills in the areas of musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy. There is a strong emphasis on the critical appraisal of current evidence-based practice within the context of the biomedical model. This will include analysis of the normal structure and function of the musculoskeletal system and integration of this knowledge for an improved understanding of the latest evidence practice in assessment and treatment.
Course requirements
Assumed background
Be a qualified physiotherapistﾠwith a minimum of 2 years clinicalﾠexperience in the areas of sports and/or musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
Successful completion of PHTY7931 and PHTY7932 (overall grade equal or greater than a grade 4).
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
PHTY7931
Restrictions
MPhty students only
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Associate Professor Shaun O'Leary
Professor Bill Vicenzino
Guest lecturer
Honorary Professor David Hunter
Ms Amy Papinniemi
Mr Quentin Scott
Mr Rod McLean
Mr Kevin Sims
Mr Patrick Swete Kelly
Ms Mary Mitchell
Program director
Associate Professor Michelle Smith
Aims and outcomes
To develop students’ knowledge and clinical reasoning skills surrounding assessment and treatment in the context of the biomedical model within the scope of musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Describe normal and abnormal structure (anatomy) and function (biomechanics, physiology) of the musculoskeletal system
LO2.
Analyse clinical data within a clinical reasoning and biomedical framework
LO3.
Critically appraise the biomedical model in the context of sports and musculoskeletal physiotherapy
LO4.
Have an advanced knowledge of clinical reasoning and biomedical science in sports and musculoskeletal physiotherapy practice
LO5.
Demonstrate an understanding of evidence-based practice in the biomedical framework
LO6.
Discuss the biomedical science basis of sports and musculoskeletal physiotherapy techniques
LO7.
Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of when a client should be referred to other health care professionals
LO8.
Demonstrate an in-depth understanding and awareness of person-centred care/practice
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essay/ Critique, Performance, Presentation |
1. PHTY7933 Modular Tasks
|
30% |
Module 1: Thursday-Friday 8-9th August Module 2: Friday 30th August (2pm AEST) Module 3: Thursday-Friday 26-27th September Module 4: Friday 18th October (2pm AEST) |
| Essay/ Critique, Poster |
2. PHTY7933 In-Semester Assignment
|
25% |
6/09/2024 2:00 pm |
| Essay/ Critique |
3. PHTY7933 End of Semester Assignment
|
15% |
25/10/2024 2:00 pm |
| Presentation |
4. PHTY7933 End of Semester Viva Voce
|
30% (MUST PASS) |
End of Semester Exam Period 2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024 |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
1. PHTY7933 Modular Tasks
- Team or group-based
- Online
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance, Oral, Written
- Category
- Essay/ Critique, Performance, Presentation
- Weight
- 30%
- Due date
Module 1: Thursday-Friday 8-9th August
Module 2: Friday 30th August (2pm AEST)
Module 3: Thursday-Friday 26-27th September
Module 4: Friday 18th October (2pm AEST)
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08
Task description
Modular tasks that guide you through feedback on your learning occur in each module and are due at the end of each module, with the final grade being apportioned 5% (Module 1: Group Debate), 10% (Module 2: Personal Directed Task), 5% (Module 3: Group Debate), & 10% (Module 4: Personal Directed Task) across the semester.
These tasks involve both group and individual/personal based submissions. The group work will take the form of two debates (10%) and the personal directed task will involve use of the clinical reasoning forms and worksheets based on your selected clinical cases - with relevant reviews of the literature to build an evidence informed approach to your practice (20%).
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Personal directed tasks are submitted via Blackboard. Group debates are held live via video conferencing (e.g. Zoom, Teams).
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Extensions can be requested for the personal directed tasks. Please apply for an extension request via my.UQ > my.UQ Dashboard > my. Requests and provide evidence of circumstance, as soon as it becomes evident that an extension is needed, but no later than the assessment item submission date. Further information regarding what constitutes an acceptable reason for an extension is listed on the my.UQ website: Applying for an extension - my.UQ - University of Queensland
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
The late submission penalty will only apply to the personal directed tasks.
2. PHTY7933 In-Semester Assignment
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Essay/ Critique, Poster
- Weight
- 25%
- Due date
6/09/2024 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08
Task description
This assignment requires students to select a musculoskeletal condition (from a list of topics). Students will construct a conference poster for their chosen condition (10%) and write a 1000-word summary (journal editorial) of the relevant research surrounding the evidence-based management of the condition (15%).
Following submission and assessment, these posters will be posted in the Virtual Learning Space, to form the basis of an ongoing clinical resource to be utilised by the student cohort in informing their future practice.
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Submission via Blackboard
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Extensions can be requested for this assessment item. Please apply for an extension request via my.UQ > my.UQ Dashboard > my. Requests and provide evidence of circumstance, as soon as it becomes evident that an extension is needed, but no later than the assessment item submission date. Further information regarding what constitutes an acceptable reason for an extension is listed on the my.UQ website: Applying for an extension - my.UQ - University of Queensland
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
3. PHTY7933 End of Semester Assignment
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Essay/ Critique
- Weight
- 15%
- Due date
25/10/2024 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08
Task description
Students will be required to provide a written report of a case study based on a challenging patient that they have treated this year.
The report will include a body chart of symptoms and salient clinical exam findings, as well as an outline and discussion of the patho-anatomical and patho-mechanical basis for their specific presentation, and clinical reasoning behind the assessment and chosen treatment / management.
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Submission via Blackboard.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Extensions can be requested for this assessment item. Please apply for an extension request via my.UQ > my.UQ Dashboard > my. Requests and provide evidence of circumstance, as soon as it becomes evident that an extension is needed, but no later than the assessment item submission date. Further information regarding what constitutes an acceptable reason for an extension is listed on the my.UQ website: Applying for an extension - my.UQ - University of Queensland
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
4. PHTY7933 End of Semester Viva Voce
- Hurdle
- Online
- Mode
- Oral
- Category
- Presentation
- Weight
- 30% (MUST PASS)
- Due date
End of Semester Exam Period
2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08
Task description
Online panel oral exam (Viva Voce) with questioning and reflection about the PHTY7933 End of Semester Assignment.
You will have 5 minutes to provide an overview of your patient scenario, outlining the key aspects of your case and your reflections on your performance. This will be followed by 10 minutes of additional discussion and questions with a panel of experts.
This will be conducted online (e.g., zoom or teams) and you will have an opportunity to select a time within the scheduled exam period.
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Hurdle requirements
You must achieve a passing grade for this end of semester viva voce (60% or higher) to pass the course.Submission guidelines
The viva voce will be conducted online using videoconferencing software.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 34 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative percentage from all assessment of 0 - 34%. |
| 2 (Fail) | 35 - 49 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative percentage from all assessment of 35 - 49%. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 50 - 59 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: A cumulative percentage from all assessment of 50 - 59%. A grade of 3 will be awarded to a student who achieves a final mark of 60% or higher but who does not pass the 'must pass' assessment items noted below. |
| 4 (Pass) | 60 - 69 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative percentage from all assessment of 60 - 69%, and has passed all of the 'must pass' assessment items as noted below. |
| 5 (Credit) | 70 - 79 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative percentage from all assessment of 70 - 79%, and has passed all of the 'must pass' assessment items as noted below. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 80 - 89 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative percentage from all assessment of 80 - 89%, and has passed all of the 'must pass' assessment items as noted below. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 90 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative percentage from all assessment of 90 - 100%, and has passed all of the 'must pass' assessment items as noted below. |
Additional course grading information
Final marks falling between whole percentages will be rounded to the nearest whole percentage. Tie-breaking will be conducted using the round half up method whereby half-way values are always rounded up, meaning, for example, that 89.5% and above will be rounded to 90% and 89.49% and below will be rounded down to 89%.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This course contains ‘must pass’ assessment items, as follows: End of Semester Viva Voce. You must pass this item to pass this course overall, i.e. even if your final percentage mark is 60% or higher the individual ‘must pass’ assessment item must have been passed.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
Due Times for Assessment
All assessment/exam times are scheduled in Australian Eastern Standard time. If you are not in Queensland, please ensure you take any time differences into account.
Resubmission/Resit of assessment items
Resubmission/Resit is not available for assessment items in ﾠthis course.
Deferred exams
Students may be eligible for a deferred exam if there are exceptional or unavoidable circumstances, or as a one-off discretionary request. Deferred exam requests should be submitted as soon as possible, and no later than five calendar days after the date of the original exam.
Further details, including how to apply, can be found at - ﾠhttps://my.uq.edu.au/node/189/0#0. Please also email the Course Coordinator to advise of the deferred exam request.
Submission of assessment items in Blackboard and Turnitin
When assessment is submitted through Blackboard you will receive a confirmation page as a digital receipt.ﾠThis information will also be sent to your student e-mail account. ﾠPlease ensure you keep this email.
When assessment is submitted through Turnitin you will receive a confirmation page displaying “Submission Complete!” and can then proceed to download your digital receiptﾠ from your ﾠAssignment inbox.ﾠ It is suggested that you save a copy of the receipt for your personal records.
Instructions on how to submit assignments through Blackboard and Turnitin are available at: https://web.library.uq.edu.au/library-services/it/learnuq-blackboard-help/learnuq-assessment. Please review this information so you understand how to successfully submit your assessment items.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Multiple weeks From Week 1 To Week 12 |
Lecture |
PHTY7933 Webcasts Each week you will have access to three webcasts and associated readings. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08 |
Not Timetabled |
PHTY7933 Modular Tasks This is a continuous/progressive learning activity that has students exploring the evidence in the context of their individual clinical practice as a means of developing higher level clinical reasoning. There will be 4 tasks: 2 group debates (zoom live) and 2 short written pieces (submitted via Blackboard). |
|
Multiple weeks From Week 1 To Week 13 |
General contact hours |
PHTY7933 Virtual Learning Space This is your group page related to all the content in this course. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.