Course syllabus - Development of Physiotherapy with Specialisation in Behavioural Medicine

Objectives

The objective of the course is for students to acquire further in-depth knowledge of how theories in behavioural medicine can be applied for development of a field of work in physiotherapy.

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course, the student shall be able to:
1 systematically search for relevant studies concerning applications of theories and models in behavioural medicine
2 critically review studies concerning applications of theories and models in behavioural medicine for a field of work in physiotherapy
3 distinguish how theories and models in behavioural medicine can be applied for the chosen field of work
4 analyse and evaluate how the application of theories and models in behavioural medicine can be applied for a field of work in physiotherapy

Course content

Central theories and models in behavioural medicine 
Theoretical and conceptual framework as a base for a scientific study 
Systematic literature search 
Overview of tools for review and critical analysis of applied theory or model in a scientific study 
Critical review, analysis and compilation of studies, which could constitute a theoretical framework for a planned degree project or alternatively a clinical development project

Specific requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy. Behavioural Medicine in Physiotherapy, 7,5 credits, Qualitative Research Methods I, 7.5 credits and Quantitative Research Methods I, 7.5 credits or the equivalent. In addition Swedish B/Swedish 3 and English B/English 6 are required. For courses given entirely in English exemption is made from the requirement for Swedish B/Swedish 3.

Examination

HEM1, Take-home examination, 1.5 credits, grades Fail (U) or Pass (G).
INL1, Individual written assignment, 6 credits, grades Fail (U), Pass (G) or Pass with Distinction (VG).

A student who has a certificate from MDU regarding a disability has the opportunity to submit a request for supportive measures during written examinations or other forms of examination, in accordance with the Rules and Regulations for Examinations at First-cycle and Second-cycle Level at Mälardalen University (2020/1655). It is the examiner who takes decisions on any supportive measures, based on what kind of certificate is issued, and in that case which measures are to be applied.

Suspicions of attempting to deceive in examinations (cheating) are reported to the Vice-Chancellor, in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance, and are examined by the University’s Disciplinary Board. If the Disciplinary Board considers the student to be guilty of a disciplinary offence, the Board will take a decision on disciplinary action, which will be a warning or suspension.

Grade

Pass with distinction, Pass, Fail

Interim Regulations and Other Regulations

Replaces FYS049. HEM1 and INL1 corresponds to INL1 in FYS049.