Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2026 (23/02/2026 - 20/06/2026)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- Online
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Health & Rehab Sci School
Advances students’ clinical reasoning and understanding of injury surveillance, injury prevention and performance optimisation in sport
Course requirements
Restrictions
MPhty students only
Course contact
Course staff
Course lecturer
Associate Professor Michelle Smith
Dr Manuela Besomi Molina
Ben Clarsen
Shona Halson
Mr Kevin Sims
Aims and outcomes
To advances students’ clinical reasoning and understanding of injury management, surveillance and prevention in a clinical sports and exercise physiotherapy environment
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Understand the roles and contributions of multi-disciplinary health and sport professionals in maintaining well-being and preventing and managing injuries in sports teams and athletes.
LO2.
Develop accurate and comprehensive recording skills and monitoring systems to ensure safe and effective implementation of sports physiotherapy.
LO3.
Critically analyse and reflect on injury surveillance data in relation to literature and requirements of sport.
LO4.
Critically analyse and reflect on injury data and risk factors in relation to pre-participation screening and injury prevention programs in sport.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participation/ Student contribution, Placement |
Sports Physiotherapy Coverage Verification and Data Submission
|
Pass/Fail |
8/06/2026 2:00 pm |
| Essay/ Critique, Placement |
Sports Physiotherapy Coverage Injury Surveillance Report
|
45% |
10/06/2026 2:00 pm |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation, Placement |
Sports Physiotherapy Coverage Injury Risk Management Report
|
45% |
12/06/2026 2:00 pm |
| Placement, Reflection |
Elite/Sub-elite Sports Physiotherapy Statement and Reflection
|
10% |
19/06/2026 2:00 pm |
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
Sports Physiotherapy Coverage Verification and Data Submission
- Hurdle
- Identity Verified
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Participation/ Student contribution, Placement
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
8/06/2026 2:00 pm
- Other conditions
- Work integrated learning, Secure.
Task description
Students are required to submit a verification statement and the injury surveillance data log for their Sports Physiotherapy Coverage.
The verification statement must be from the individual responsible for their role at the sports club/organisation (e.g., coach, head physiotherapist, club president, or sports performance manager). It must indicate the number of hours of contact with the sport and the nature/scope of that contact. An example of a Sports Physiotherapy Coverage Verification Statement is provided on Blackboard.
The injury surveillance data log should contain a summary of the written case notes (log) of the athletes assessed and treated throughout the student's Sports Physiotherapy Coverage. An example of how you may want to consider tracking this is provided on Blackboard.
This assessment item is marked as Pass/Fail and must be passed (completed) for students to pass the course.
Under no circumstances should identifiable clinical information be uploaded to open or external AI platforms, as it is unethical and irresponsible. Given this assessment is related to a placement with clinical information please see more information on use of AI in student placements under additional assessment information.
Hurdle requirements
This assessment item is marked as Pass/Fail and must be passed (completed) for students to pass the course.Submission guidelines
This assessment is submitted 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.
Sports Physiotherapy Coverage Injury Surveillance Report
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Essay/ Critique, Placement
- Weight
- 45%
- Due date
10/06/2026 2:00 pm
Task description
Throughout their sports physiotherapy coverage, students will keep written case notes (log) of athletes assessed and treated. Based on the case notes of injuries seen during the clinical sports physiotherapy coverage, students will prepare an injury surveillance report.
This assessment has a 1500-word limit (excluding one table of your injury surveillance observations, the Appendix of your injury log, and the reference list at the end of the report [in-text references are included in the word limit]). Evidence of completion of the Sports Physiotherapy Coverage, as a sports coverage verification statement, must be submitted as Appendix as part of this document.
Under no circumstances should identifiable clinical information be uploaded to open or external AI platforms, as it is unethical and irresponsible. Given this assessment is related to a placement with clinical information please see more information on use of AI in student placements under additional assessment information.
Submission guidelines
This assessment is submitted 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.
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.
Sports Physiotherapy Coverage Injury Risk Management Report
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation, Placement
- Weight
- 45%
- Due date
12/06/2026 2:00 pm
Task description
Students will use the literature/evidence and their injury surveillance data from their clinical sports physiotherapy coverage to write a report on managing injury risk for the sport they worked with.
This assessment has a 1500-word limit (excluding references).
Under no circumstances should identifiable clinical information be uploaded to open or external AI platforms, as it is unethical and irresponsible. Given this assessment is related to a placement with clinical information please see more information on use of AI in student placements under additional assessment information.
Submission guidelines
This assessment is submitted 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.
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.
Elite/Sub-elite Sports Physiotherapy Statement and Reflection
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Placement, Reflection
- Weight
- 10%
- Due date
19/06/2026 2:00 pm
Task description
Part 1: Sports Physiotherapy Clinical Placement statement
Students are required to write a Sports Physiotherapy Clinical Placement statement outlining the hours completed during their elite/sub-elite sports physiotherapy clinical placement and what the experience involved. The statement should not exceed 200 words.
Part 2: Self-reflection
Students will write a self-reflection on their experience and learnings undertaking the elite/sub-elite sports physiotherapy clinical placement. The self-reflection has a 500-word limit.
Under no circumstances should identifiable clinical information be uploaded to open or external AI platforms, as it is unethical and irresponsible. Given this assessment is related to a placement with clinical information please see more information on use of AI in student placements under additional assessment information
Submission guidelines
This assessment is submitted 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.
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.
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 the 'must pass' assessment items 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 the 'must pass' assessment items 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 the 'must pass' assessment items 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 the 'must pass' assessment items 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%.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
Resubmission/Resit of Assessment Items
The School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences supports the concept of resubmission or resitting of failed assessment items in specific and defined circumstances. In this course, there are no items eligible for consideration of theﾠresubmission/resit option.
Use of AI in Student Placements or assessment with direct client contact
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Claude) is increasingly used in society. In terms of clinical placements, students are not permitted to use AI unless explicitly indicated by the provider that this use is permitted, and the parameters of use are clear. If these are not explicit, students are expected to consult with their practice educators before implementation to determine the acceptability of generative AI use and ensure that any potential risks associated with the intended use are addressed. AI is not a replacement of, or substitute for, professional reasoning or clinical skills. Human oversight is essential in its use, and to employ generative AI effectively and responsibly, students must understand how AI works, including its functions, data storage methods, and its impact on adherence to professional codes of conduct.
If used on placement, students are responsible for any outputs generated by AI, such as clinical notes and reports, and will be held accountable for the actions of any AI that is used in clinical practice. This responsibility includes ensuring adherence to the relevant profession's code of conduct and ethical standards. Transparency about generative AI use is essential in placement environments. Students must follow the relevant policies and procedures of their placement provider. Students are reminded that they need to demonstrate their ability to meet the inherent requirements of the relevant profession, operate within its scope of practice, and ensure that client/patient privacy and confidentiality are maintained at all times.
Under no circumstances should identifiable clinical information be uploaded to open or external AI platforms, as it is unethical and irresponsible.
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.
Submitting assessment 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. Please ensure you keep this email.
When assessment is submitted throughﾠ Turnitin ﾠyou will receive a confirmation page displaying “Submission Complete!” and can then proceed to download your digital receipt from your ﾠAssignment inbox. ﾠIt 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:ﾠhttps://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
Library resources are available 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 |
|---|---|---|
Not scheduled |
Fieldwork |
Sports Physiotherapy Coverage Students provide clinical sports physiotherapy coverage for a sports team/club of their choice through a season, part of a season, or series of events to accumulate 50 hours of sports physiotherapy coverage. |
Multiple weeks From O-week To Exam week 2 |
Placement |
Elite/Sub-elite Sports Physiotherapy Clinical Placement Students work with/observe a Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist who is providing sports physiotherapy services to an elite/sub-elite sporting club/team or elite/sub-elite athletes to accumulate 25 hours. |
Multiple weeks From Week 1 To Week 13 |
Clinical coaching |
Online drop-in sessions Drop in sessions are for students to ask any questions about the online lecture content, their progress on the assessment tasks and their sports physiotherapy coverage and elite/sub-elite sports physiotherapy placement. |
Multiple weeks From Week 4 To Week 9 |
Lecture |
Online lecture series Students will watch a series of online lectures on important topics in sports and exercise physiotherapy. |
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 for Students Policy and Procedure
- AI for Assessment Guide
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
School guidelines
Your school has additional guidelines you'll need to follow for this course: