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Stroke research at AUT University |
This pathway within the Health programmes is open to health professionals. Papers need to be selected to complete a cohesive course of study.
Students, provided they meet the entry requirements, can enter postgraduate programmes at the postgraduate certificate, 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.
The PgCertHSc provides you with the opportunity to undertake an approved course of study to advance your specialty discipline, knowledge and scholarly development. This qualification may contribute 60 points towards a Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science*, Master of Health Science or Master of Health Practice.
You complete 60 points from the following papers: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. Successful Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science graduates can add one research paper, one professional paper and a speciality paper to complete this postgraduate diploma*.
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science in Rehabilitation papers (60 points)The MHPrac is for health professionals with at least three years’ clinical experience. It is ideal for those health practitioners who wish to extend their practical knowledge and take their career to a higher level.
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science in Rehabilitation papers (120 points)
Select 60 points from the following papers:
589122 Quantitative Research II (15 points)
589124 Qualitative Research II (15 points)
589702 Motor Control in Rehabilitation (15 points)
589704 Stroke Management (15 points)
589705 Clinical Gait Analysis (15 points)
589706 Health Ergonomics (15 points)
589707 Innovative Strategies: Engaging in Rehabilitation (15 points)
589708 Breathing, Performance and Rehabilitation (15 points)
589709 Ultrasound Imaging (15 points)
589712 Measuring Health and Wellbeing (15 points)
589714 Participation and Health (30 points)
588060 Vocational Management and Rehabilitation (30 points)
588061 Enabling Participation I (15 points)
588062 Enabling Participation II (15 points)
589715 Enabling Participation (30 points)
589718 Biomechanics (15 points)
589719 Pain: Mechanisms and Management (15 points)
Or:
589600 Practice Project (60 points)
Or:
Alternative papers approved by the Programme Leader (60 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 Rehabilitation 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.
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.
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.
Flexible learning options may be available. This involves online, block course or distance learning (subject to change).
^ For non research-thesis pathway.
*A Postgraduate Certificate must be surrendered in order to claim full credits towards a Postgraduate Diploma. Please refer to AUT Calendar 2012 for further details regarding Recognition of Prior Learning.
** If completing a 120 point thesis, you need to have completed either: Qualitative Research I and II OR Quantitative Research I and II.