11. Programme outcomes A. Mastery of knowledge On completion of this programme the successful student will have mastery of knowledge of; 1. Aetiology, epidemiology, and presentation (signs and symptoms) of common sporting injuries 2. Critical evaluation of assessment techniques related to a variety of chronic and musculoskeletal dysfunction/injuries. 3. Designing and implementing evidence-based rehabilitation interventions 4. Clinically appraise the application and effectiveness of different soft tissue and massage techniques in treatment and training programmes. Teaching/learning methods Students gain knowledge and understanding through attending lectures, participatory seminars, small group discussions, directed learning, laboratory and practical sessions. An understanding of the subject is both summatively and formatively assessed. Assessment Method Students’ knowledge and understanding is assessed by seminar presentations, written assignments, laboratory reports, unseen examinations and practical demonstrations. B. Cognitive (thinking) skills On completion of this programme the successful student will be able to: Critically evaluate appropriate research and published literature, debate and articulate ideas, protocols and actions Design and critically evaluate sports massage treatment programmes for a variety of different clients. Devise and critically analyse a rehabilitative training intervention. Design, implement, document and evaluate a series of performance and functional testing and monitoring procedures Teaching/learning methods Students learn cognitive skills through lectures, discussions, formative assessment, peer-review of seminar presentations, debates and directed reading. Assessment Method Students’ cognitive skills are assessed by written work, peer-assessment, self-assessment, examinations and case studies. C. Practical skills On completion of the programme the successful student will be able to: Demonstrate mastery of technique across the various testing modalities. Teaching/learning methods Students learn practical skills through attending laboratory classes, formative assessment, practical skills and sessions.
Select, administer and interpret functional neuromuscular and manual muscle tests according to professional levels of competency. Communicate results of research to peers, demonstrating expertise in application of theory and advanced research and critical analysis skills. Effectively apply advanced soft tissue manual therapy techniques showing a mastery of anatomical palpation. Assessment Students’ practical skills are assessed by practical examinations, logbooks, laboratory reports, and portfolio work; also via work experience D. Graduate Skills On completion of this programme the successful student will be able to: Master effective communication and presentation skills. Effectively demonstrate competent use of a information technology and a range of media and evaluate its use in a clinical setting. Demonstrate competence in numeracy and complex problem solving techniques and evaluation. Critically evaluate and analyse research, demonstrating mastery in independent thought and clinical autonomy. Teaching/learning methods Students acquire graduate skills through reading, group work exercises, structured and directed learning, reflection and development of portfolio material and formative assessment. Assessment Students’ graduate skills are assessed by written work in the form of portfolios, case studies, logbook, presentations, peer assessment and self-assessment and project work. 12. Programme structure (levels, modules, credits and progression requirements) 12. 1 Overall structure of the programme The programme can normally be studied over one year full-time (12 months) or 2 -4 years part-time. The full programme (MSc) is modular comprising a of 180 credit points, including four 30-credit modules and a 60-credit dissertation module completed during the summer. Students can exit with the PG certificate or the PG diploma. PG cert (unnamed) = 60 credits: SES4024 & 4030; PG Dip in Sports Massage Therapy and Rehabilitation 4 SMA accreditation) = 120 credits: SES4024, 4013, 4025 & SES4030 See page [page number] 12.2 Levels and modules