AUT - Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy: postgraduate papers and qualifications you can study
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Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy: postgraduate papers and qualifications you can study
This page has the postgraduate Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy papers and qualifications (courses) that you can study at AUT University. See links to paper descriptions and outlines of each qualification.
Who can study Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at postgraduate level?
The Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy pathway is open to registered physiotherapists.
Students, provided they meet the entry requirements, can enter postgraduate programmes at the postgraduate diploma or masters levels outlined below.
Below is a summary only. Detailed paper information is available on the More Information web page. For a comprehensive overview of this qualification, please refer to the Academic calendar.
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Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (AK3487) 120 points
The PgDipHSc is a coursework programme which can lead into the Master of Health Science or Master of Health Practice. It provides you with the opportunity to undertake an approved course of study to advance your specialty discipline, knowledge and scholarly development.
This programme meets the educational requirements for membership of the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists (IFOMPT).
Select 1 research paper:
589120 Critical Inquiry for Evidence Based Practice^ (15 points)
589125 Integrative Research (15 points)
Select 1 professional paper:
589126 Health Professional Practice (15 points)
589127 Practice Reality (15 points)
Complete the following specialty core paper:
589718 Biomechanics (15 points)
Complete the following papers:
589720 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (45 points)
589719 Pain: Mechanisms and Management (15 points)
And 1 approved 15 point paper.**
Master of Health Practice in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (AK3733) 180 points
The MHPrac is designed for health professionals with at least three years’ relevant clinical experience and an undergraduate degree or professional qualification. It is ideal for those practitioners who wish to extend their practical knowledge and take their career to a higher level.
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy papers (120 points)
And either:
589600 Practice Project (60 points)
Or:
Alternative papers approved by the Programme Leader (60 points)
Master of Health Science (AK3485) 240 points
The MHSc provides an opportunity for graduates from a variety of health backgrounds to advance their scholarly and professional knowledge in an interprofessional and collegial learning environment, and to develop research capabilities. This degree comprises core and specialist papers and a thesis or dissertation, which gives you the opportunity to complete research relevant to your programme of study.
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy papers (120 points)
AND:
589690 Thesis** (120 points)
Within this subject area other relevant optional papers may be undertaken with the approval of the Programme Leader. Optional papers may be selected from other relevant subject areas.
Doctor of Health Science
The Doctor of Health Science (DHSc) is designed for health professionals with at least five years’ professional experience who wish to broaden their professional practice competency and expertise. It comprises of papers and research development, which culminates in a thesis.
Doctor of Philosophy
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree is undertaken by research only. There is no compulsory coursework involved. The PhD is an advanced postgraduate degree that is particularly suitable for students wishing to pursue an academic or research career. A successful candidate will make a significant original contribution to the body of knowledge in relation to a contemporary issue in health and environmental research. Students will have supervisors to guide and advise them, with one assigned as the primary supervisor.
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Flexible learning options may be available. This involves online, block course or distance learning (subject to change).
^ For non research-thesis pathway.
** If completing a 120 point thesis, you need to have completed
either: Qualitative Research I and II OR Quantitative Research I and II.