Course Details in 2027/28 Session

Module Title	LH Physiotherapy practice-based education placement IV
School	Sport, Ex and Rehab Sciences
Department	Physiotherapy
Module Code	02 38027
Module Lead	TBC
Level	Honours Level
Credits	0
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Restrictions	None
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Description	This placement module is undertaken in the summer period between years 3 and 4 of the MSci Physiotherapy programme. During the module, students spend 6 weeks undertaking an elective placement, organised by themselves and is commonly in an area of personal interest and/or be based overseas. This will give students the opportunity to critically evaluate the diversity of skills necessary for practising with a developing awareness of the future potential of physiotherapy provision. The opportunity will exist to consolidate skills developed during previous placements and further develop new profession-specific knowledge and skills.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Negotiate individual learning outcomes as relevant and appropriate for the selected placement. Demonstrate problem-solving skills in planning, organising and satisfactorily completing this (elective) placement Assess the needs of a range of service users and, with reference to current professional knowledge and relevant research, apply, evaluate and modify physiotherapeutic interventions. Critically evaluate the diversity of skills necessary for practising as a registered physiotherapist in a chosen area (e.g. setting and/or specialty).
Assessment
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: Placement Assessment Form – 100% As a required component (zero credit) grading will not be credit-bearing but will be offered as part of feedback. Reassessment: Repeat placement
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