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The University of Notre Dame Australia

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Master of Philosophy (Physiotherapy)

  • Masters (Coursework)

The Master of Philosophy (Physiotherapy) at The University of Notre Dame Australia is a research degree combining coursework in research training with a major research thesis. Additional coursework may be required for students from other disciplines.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
1.5 - 2 semesters full-time, 3 - 4 semesters part-time
Course Code
5130, 061767C
Study Mode
In person, Online
Intake Months
Jan, Feb

About this course

Overview

Are you ready to embark on a research degree in physiotherapy? A Master of Philosophy (Physiotherapy) at The University of Notre Dame Australia is a research degree that combines coursework in research training with writing a major research thesis. It is possible if you have other disciplines to undertake a Master of Philosophy in Physiotherapy, but additional coursework may be required to support the study process. Contact us today to discuss your options.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

The following criteria are required for a student to be admitted to the Master of Philosophy program:

  • Possession of an undergraduate degree from a recognised university
  • An equivalent academic background or extensive professional experience that is considered by the Dean of the School to be an appropriate preparation for independent study and research work at Master's level.

An applicant may be required to demonstrate an ability to understand and communicate in both written and spoken English at a level adequate for the purpose of pursuing the program of study or as deemed by the Dean of School.

Study locations

Sydney

Fremantle

Online

What you will learn

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Master of Philosophy (Physiotherapy) graduates will be able to:

  1. Apply high level cognitive and technical skills in the design and execution of a specialised research project that makes a contribution to knowledge, professional practice and/or creative practice
  2. Investigate, analyse, synthesise, and critically reflect on complex information, problems and concepts and apply established theories in the context of an advanced body of knowledge and practice
  3. Disseminate research findings, communicating a coherent and sustained argument effectively, to specialist and non-specialist audiences
  4. Apply knowledge of research integrity, ethics and the rights and safety of others in the conduct of research and dissemination of research findings; and
  5. Conduct research with creativity, initiative, autonomy, and accountability.

Career pathways

Career opportunities

Master of Philosophy (Physiotherapy) graduates may pursue careers in industry, academia and research organisations. Fields include; journalism and media, government and public administration, computing, law, physiotherapy, education and research.

Course structure

Program summary

The coursework component comprises four compulsory research training courses to be completed as a prerequisite to the student's individual research project. The coursework courses will provide opportunities for candidates to formulate substantial elements of their planned research (e.g. topic refinement, identification and justification of the preferred research method(s), preparation of a draft proposal) and to develop personal competencies in critical analysis and scholarly writing relevant to their profession.

The completion of the coursework is facilitated by a course delivery schedule which takes into consideration that candidates may be in full-time employment during their candidature. A Credit average must be achieved in the coursework as a prerequisite for proceeding to the research component. Within some Schools, a compulsory sequence of courses exists. The structure of the degree in these cases is as follows:

  • Coursework component (1/3 of degree; 0.5 year full-time study)
    • Quantitative Research Methods
    • Qualitative Research Methods
    • Scholarly Reading and Writing
    • Developing a Research Proposal
  • Research component (2/3 of degree; one year full-time study)

Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.

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