Overview
A supervised research project of a standard likely to be published presenting the results of original research on a relevant topic within physiotherapy.
About this paper
| Paper title | Research Project |
|---|---|
| Subject | Physiotherapy |
| EFTS | 0.25 |
| Points | 30 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 1
(Distance learning)
Semester 1 (On campus) Semester 2 (Distance learning) Semester 2 (On campus) |
| Delivery mode | The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught and assessed remotely |
| Delivery mode | The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught and assessed remotely |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $3,486.75 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Restriction
- PHTY 550, PHTX 550, PHTX 650
- Limited to
- MPhty
- Eligibility
Paper and qualifications restricted to practicing New Zealand registered physiotherapists with a current Annual Practicing Certificate issued by the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand.
Paper runs subject to numbers.
- Contact
- physio.academic@otago.ac.nz
- More information link
- View further information about the School of Physiotherapy
- Teaching staff
Paper Co-ordinator: Associate Professor Meredith Perry
- Paper Structure
A specific research project related to an already established research programme within the School of Physiotherapy. Each student will learn about a specific research method relevant to the research question and present their written work as per a specific Journal guideline.
- Teaching Arrangements
The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught remotely.
Distance students work primarily with their supervisor via email, phone and videoconferencing (e.g. Zoom and Skype). Although guided by the supervisor, the student is expected to work independently and to take responsibility for meeting timelines.
- Textbooks
- No textbooks are required for this paper.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Ethics, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the paper will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the evidence base in their field of physiotherapy practice
- Understand the general principles of design, conduct and reporting of at least one of the following: original research, clinical case reports, case series or literature reviews
- Select, justify and apply appropriate research method(s) to the research problem
- Critically analyse a body of knowledge relevant to the research problem
- Analyse, present and discuss findings meaningfully within the field of physiotherapy
Overview
A supervised research project of a standard likely to be published presenting the results of original research on a relevant topic within physiotherapy.
About this paper
| Paper title | Research Project |
|---|---|
| Subject | Physiotherapy |
| EFTS | 0.25 |
| Points | 30 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 2
(Distance learning)
Semester 2 (On campus) |
| Delivery mode | The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught and assessed remotely |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Restriction
- PHTY 550, PHTX 550, PHTX 650
- Limited to
- MPhty
- Eligibility
Paper and qualifications restricted to practicing New Zealand registered physiotherapists with a current Annual Practicing Certificate issued by the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand.
Paper runs subject to numbers.
- Contact
- physio.academic@otago.ac.nz
- More information link
- View further information about the School of Physiotherapy.
- Teaching staff
Paper Co-ordinator: Professor Leigh Hale
- Paper Structure
A specific research project related to an already established research programme within the School of Physiotherapy. Each student will learn about a specific research method relevant to the research question and present their written work as per a specific Journal guideline.
- Teaching Arrangements
The distance learning offering of this paper is taught remotely.
Distance students work primarily with their supervisor via email, phone and videoconferencing (e.g. Zoom and Skype). Although guided by the supervisor, the student is expected to work independently and to take responsibility for meeting timelines.
- Textbooks
No textbooks are required for this paper.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Ethics, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the paper will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the evidence base in their field of physiotherapy practice.
- Understand the general principles of design, conduct and reporting of at least one of the following: original research, clinical case reports, case series or literature reviews.
- Select, justify and apply appropriate research method(s) to the research problem.
- Critically analyse a body of knowledge relevant to the research problem.
- Analyse, present and discuss findings meaningfully within the field of physiotherapy.