308271 (v.1) Research Physiotherapy Project 751

Area:

School of Physiotherapy

Credits:

12.5

Contact Hours:

2.0

Lecture:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

Prepare an oral and written research proposal. During this research process, literature is reviewed, a research question is established, measurement includes validity and reliability issues, ethical issues are identified, data management and quality control are evaluated. Co-operative learning model is implemented.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit the student will have completed a review of literature related to the specific research question. Completed research methodology, formulated aims, objectives and hypotheses/guiding questions related to the specificresearch question. Examined commonly used assessment tools and procedures, including their reliability and validity, Written a specific research proposal. Presented the research proposal to a seminar. Experienced the co-opeartive and collaborative relationship of a research team under expert supervision.

Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.

Unit References:

No prescribed references.

Unit Texts:

No prescribed texts.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Research proposal 65%, Oral research presentation 35%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y