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PHTY7500: Advanced Reasoning: Capstone Projects
2026 unit information
This is the first of 2 capstone units in the Doctor of Physiotherapy. In this unit of study students will individually develop a protocol for a research or professionally focused project. Students will work closely with their supervisor who will guide them in developing their protocol and commencing their project. Students will attend seminars and workshops designed to further their project’s progress and to improve their critical analysis and scientific writing skills. Students will also explore the ethical conduct of research and professionally focused projects as relates to their proposed project.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Medicine and Health
| Study level | Postgraduate |
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| Academic unit | Movement Sciences |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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PHTY6502 |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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None |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. LO1. Plan and develop a research or professionally focused project proposal through collaboration with a supervisor, peers, and research team.
- LO2. LO2. Appraise and reflect on their project with respect to appropriate project design and the principles of responsible research conduct.
- LO3. LO3. Effectively communicate and explain to stakeholders the value of the project for advancing healthcare.
- LO4. LO4. Manage the project effectively and professionally to meet the deadlines and deliver the objectives.
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