Outline

Overview

This unit is designed to prepare Doctor of Physiotherapy students to enter the workforce and navigate the varied contexts and challenges of professional practice. Students will develop essential job application and interview skills tailored for new graduates. The legal and ethical responsibilities of physiotherapists will be explored alongside leadership and advocacy within the profession, addressing both local and global health issues. Students will also gain insights into the operational and business aspects of running a physiotherapy practice. A final capstone clinical simulation experience is included, including complex scenarios that can confront new graduates and that challenge students鈥� clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	Movement Sciences
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	PHTY6503
Corequisites ?	PHTY7502
Prohibitions ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Marie March, marie.march@sydney.edu.au

Assessment

The census date for this unit availability is 31 August 2026

Details
Criteria

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length	Use of AI
Presentation	AT3. Video Reflection Video reflection on capstone simulation, professional identity & leadership	0%	Formal exam period Due date: 22 Nov 2026 at 23:59 Closing date: 29 Nov 2026	up to 10 minutes	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Written work	AT4. Assignment - Small Business Identify strategies to improve business management practices and create a more supportive and ethical workplace.	0%	Formal exam period Due date: 23 Nov 2026 at 23:59 Closing date: 30 Nov 2026	up to 1000 words	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Written work	AT1. Assignment: Job selection criteria This assessment requires you to prepare written responses to four selection criteria commonly used in NSW Health recruitment for new graduate physiotherapists.	0%	Week 03 Due date: 23 Aug 2026 at 23:59 Closing date: 30 Aug 2026	no more than 1,000 words	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Contribution	AT2. Critique of a Physiotherapy related social media post Understand, critique and explain a physiotherapy or exercise-related social media post and communicate the truths and falsities contained within the post.	0%	Week 05 Due date: 30 Aug 2026 at 23:59 Closing date: 06 Sep 2026	up to 8 minute in class presentation	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
= group assignment ? = early feedback task ?

Assessment summary

AT1. Assignment: Job selection criteria- Students will be required to听prepare written responses to four selection criteria commonly used in NSW Health recruitment for new graduate physiotherapists.

AT2. Critique of a Physiotherapy related social media post- Students will be required to, in groups, give a short presentation on physiotherapy or exercise-related social media post and communicate the truths and falsities contained within the post.

AT3. Video Reflection-Students will be required to submit an individual short video presentation, reflecting on their capstone simulation experience, professional identity & leadership.

AT4. Assignment - Small Business-Students will be required to submit an individual assignment that identifies strategies to improve business management practices and create a more supportive and ethical workplace.

Assessment criteria

Grading Descriptions听听

Exceptional:听Outstanding performance,听demonstrating听a high level听of competence, and understanding.鈥�

Proficient:听Proficient performance meeting expectations with a strong grasp of concepts.鈥�

Competent:听Satisfactory performance meeting baseline expectations.鈥�

Needs Improvement:听Performance requires significant improvement to meet expectations.鈥�

Unsatisfactory:听Performance is unsatisfactory and does not meet expectation鈥�

Students are required to enrol in both PHTY7502 (Semester 1) and PHTY7505 (Semester 2) as these units are paired and designed as an integrated learning experience. In line with principles for programmatic assessment for learning that are applied throughout the degree, a single result (Satisfied Requirements/Failed Requirements) will be awarded at the end of the year, reflecting performance across both units. Further details regarding the progression rules for these units are available on the Unit of 高清福利片 Canvas site.

Result name	Mark range	Description
Satisfied requirements	N/A	The learning outcomes of the unit of study have been met to a satisfactory standard. Please see the Progression Rules on the Learning Management System for further information.
Failed requirements	N/A	The learning outcomes of the unit of study have not been met to a satisfactory standard. Students have received a grade of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory in one or more themes of physiotherapy practice.

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For more information see guide to grades.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

You can use generative AI tools for open assessments. Restrictions on AI use apply to secure, supervised assessments used to confirm if students have met specific learning outcomes.

Refer to the assessment table above to see if AI is allowed, for assessments in this unit and check Canvas for full instructions on assessment tasks and AI use.

If you use AI, you must always acknowledge it. Misusing AI may lead to a breach of the听Academic Integrity Policy.

Visit the听Current Students website听for more information on AI in assessments, including听details on how to acknowledge its use.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

For submitted works, a progressive deduction in the grading standard will be applied for each calendar day after the due date.

Academic integrity

The University expects students to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

Our website听provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. This includes advice on how to avoid common breaches of academic integrity. Ensure that you have completed the听Academic Honesty Education Module (AHEM)听which is mandatory for all commencing coursework students

Penalties for serious breaches can significantly impact your studies and your career after graduation. It is important that you speak with your unit coordinator if you need help with completing assessments.

Visit the听Current Students website听for more information on AI in assessments, including听details on how to acknowledge its use.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a听simple extension.鈥� The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can鈥檛 complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for听special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students,听听includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy听reflects the University鈥檚 commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Formal exam period	Business Strategy - Bring it all together	Seminar (2 hr)
Formal exam period	Business Strategy - Bring it all together - case studies	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 01	Transition to practice 鈥� Student Enhanced Employability Program Part 1	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 01	Transition to practice 鈥� Student Enhanced Employability Program Part 1 activities	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 02	Transition to practice 鈥� Student Enhanced Employability Program Part 2	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 02	Transition to practice 鈥� Student Enhanced Employability Program Part 2 activities	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 03	First Year Grad Survival Plan	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 03	First Year Grad Survival Plan activities	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 04	Legal, ethical and professional decision making	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 04	Legal, ethical and professional decision making	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 05	Local and global context of physiotherapy and healthcare	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 05	Local and global context of physiotherapy and healthcare activities	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 06	Leadership, advocacy and entrepreneurship in physiotherapy	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 06	Leadership, advocacy and entrepreneurship in physiotherapy activities	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 07	Business structures and business models in the Australian Health Care system	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 07	Business structures and business models in the Australian Health Care system activities	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 08	Marketing, strategy and financial management for Physiotherapy Business	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 08	Marketing, strategy and financial management for Physiotherapy Business activities	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 13	Capstone Simulation Week	Practical (40 hr)
Week 14 (STUVAC)	Managing a small business	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 14 (STUVAC)	Managing a small business activities	Tutorial (2 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Students are expected to attend 80% of seminars and tutorials in this unit of study unless granted exemption by the Dean, Head of School, or Professor most concerned.

The Dean, Head of School, or Professor most concerned may set additional assessment tasks at their discretion听where attendance is lower than 80%.

Under exceptional circumstances, swapping to alternate tutorials on one-off occasions is possible by prior agreement with the unit of study coordinator. However, this may be limited if the tutorial session is already at capacity or if there are no other tutorial session available.

Students are expected to independently engage in all flexible online learning activities in this unit of study and to be prepared for all in-person sessions. Engagement with flexible online learning activities is monitored.

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Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

Please refer to PHTY7505 Canvas site听

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. LO1. Independently apply advanced professional skills including autonomous decision-making, critical reflection, and adaptive communication to navigate complex clinical, ethical, and organisational challenges in physiotherapy practice.
LO2. LO2. Apply advanced clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills in simulated clinical scenarios that reflect the complexity and diversity of real-world physiotherapy practice.
LO3. LO3. Demonstrate readiness for professional practice through the application of legal, ethical, and regulatory frameworks governing physiotherapy in Australia.
LO4. LO4. Critically reflect on personal,听clinical听and professional development in relation to the Australian Physiotherapy Practice Thresholds and the evolving expectations of contemporary physiotherapy听practice and听critically evaluate preparation strategies for professional readiness to transition into the physiotherapy workforce.
LO5. LO5. Discuss and debate appropriate听and effective leadership and advocacy strategies within the physiotherapy profession, building on knowledge of the psychosocial needs of individuals with complex health conditions.
LO6. LO6. Discuss global health issues and international perspectives on physiotherapy practice to further advance understanding of complexity in health care.
LO7. LO7. Describe the operational and business considerations of running a physiotherapy small business, including business strategy,听marketing听and听financial management.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one鈥檚 personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes	Competency standards
	Physiotherapy Practice Threshold Statements - 2.1. comply with legal, professional, ethical and other relevant standards, codes and guidelines 2.2. make and act on informed and appropriate decisions about acceptable professional and ethical behaviours 2.3. recognise the need for, and implement, appropriate strategies to manage their physical and mental health and resilience 3.1. use clear, accurate, sensitive and effective communication to support the development of trust and rapport in professional relationships with the client and relevant others 3.3. deal effectively with actual and potential conflict in a proactive and constructive manner 4.1. assess their practice against relevant professional benchmarks and take action to continually improve their practice 4.2. evaluate their learning needs, engage in relevant continuing professional development and recognise when to seek professional support, including peer review 4.4. proactively apply principles of quality improvement and risk management to practice 4.5. recognise situations that are outside their scope of expertise or competence and take appropriate and timely action 5.1. engage in an inclusive, collaborative, consultative, culturally responsive and client-centred model of practice 5.2. engage in safe, effective and collaborative interprofessional practice
	Physiotherapy Practice Threshold Statements - 1.1. plan and implement an efficient, effective, culturally responsive and client-centred physiotherapy assessment 1.2. involve the client and relevant others in the planning and implementation of safe and effective physiotherapy using evidence-based practice to inform decision-making 2.1. comply with legal, professional, ethical and other relevant standards, codes and guidelines 2.2. make and act on informed and appropriate decisions about acceptable professional and ethical behaviours 2.3. recognise the need for, and implement, appropriate strategies to manage their physical and mental health and resilience 3.2. record and effectively communicate physiotherapy assessment findings, outcomes and decisions 3.3. deal effectively with actual and potential conflict in a proactive and constructive manner 4.1. assess their practice against relevant professional benchmarks and take action to continually improve their practice 4.2. evaluate their learning needs, engage in relevant continuing professional development and recognise when to seek professional support, including peer review 4.4. proactively apply principles of quality improvement and risk management to practice 4.5. recognise situations that are outside their scope of expertise or competence and take appropriate and timely action 5.1. engage in an inclusive, collaborative, consultative, culturally responsive and client-centred model of practice 5.2. engage in safe, effective and collaborative interprofessional practice 6.2. seek opportunities to lead the education of others, including physiotherapy students, as appropriate, within the physiotherapy setting 7.1. organise and prioritise their workload and resources to provide safe, effective and efficient physiotherapy autonomously and, where relevant, as a team member 7.2. lead others effectively and efficiently within relevant professional, ethical and legal frameworks 8.A. knowledge of relevant anatomy, physiology, pathology, other biomedical sciences relevant to human health and function, and psychosocial and other determinants of health encompassing cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal, neurological and other body systems within the context of physiotherapy and best available research evidence 8.B. knowledge and understanding of theoretical concepts and principles relevant to physiotherapy practice including evidence-based practice 8.C. knowledge and understanding of theoretical concepts and principles relevant to physiotherapy practice with clients across the lifespan, from birth to end of life care, who present with one or more problems such as pain and/or impairment or dysfunction contributing to impairment, activity limitations and participation restriction 8.D. knowledge and understanding of theoretical concepts and principles relevant to physiotherapy practice across acute, rehabilitation and community practice in a range of environments and settings
	Physiotherapy Practice Threshold Statements - 2.1. comply with legal, professional, ethical and other relevant standards, codes and guidelines 2.2. make and act on informed and appropriate decisions about acceptable professional and ethical behaviours 2.3. recognise the need for, and implement, appropriate strategies to manage their physical and mental health and resilience
	Physiotherapy Practice Threshold Statements - 2.1. comply with legal, professional, ethical and other relevant standards, codes and guidelines 2.2. make and act on informed and appropriate decisions about acceptable professional and ethical behaviours 2.3. recognise the need for, and implement, appropriate strategies to manage their physical and mental health and resilience 4.1. assess their practice against relevant professional benchmarks and take action to continually improve their practice 4.2. evaluate their learning needs, engage in relevant continuing professional development and recognise when to seek professional support, including peer review 6.1. use education to empower themselves and provide knowledge to themselves and others. 6.2. seek opportunities to lead the education of others, including physiotherapy students, as appropriate, within the physiotherapy setting
	Physiotherapy Practice Threshold Statements - 1.4. advocate for clients and their rights to health care 2.1. comply with legal, professional, ethical and other relevant standards, codes and guidelines 3.1. use clear, accurate, sensitive and effective communication to support the development of trust and rapport in professional relationships with the client and relevant others 3.3. deal effectively with actual and potential conflict in a proactive and constructive manner 4.4. proactively apply principles of quality improvement and risk management to practice 6.1. use education to empower themselves and provide knowledge to themselves and others. 6.2. seek opportunities to lead the education of others, including physiotherapy students, as appropriate, within the physiotherapy setting 7.2. lead others effectively and efficiently within relevant professional, ethical and legal frameworks
	Physiotherapy Practice Threshold Statements - 1.4. advocate for clients and their rights to health care 2.1. comply with legal, professional, ethical and other relevant standards, codes and guidelines 3.1. use clear, accurate, sensitive and effective communication to support the development of trust and rapport in professional relationships with the client and relevant others 6.1. use education to empower themselves and provide knowledge to themselves and others. 6.2. seek opportunities to lead the education of others, including physiotherapy students, as appropriate, within the physiotherapy setting 7.2. lead others effectively and efficiently within relevant professional, ethical and legal frameworks
	Physiotherapy Practice Threshold Statements - 2.1. comply with legal, professional, ethical and other relevant standards, codes and guidelines 4.4. proactively apply principles of quality improvement and risk management to practice 7.1. organise and prioritise their workload and resources to provide safe, effective and efficient physiotherapy autonomously and, where relevant, as a team member 7.2. lead others effectively and efficiently within relevant professional, ethical and legal frameworks

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

This is the first time this unit has been offered.

Additional information

This unit of study outline must be read in conjunction with the Medicine and Health Handbook:

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All students are required to familiarise themselves with their academic responsibilities, and the academic policies governing their enrolment and progression. This handbook provides a direct link to the University of Sydney鈥檚 Coursework policy and Faculty provisions.

When considering applications and appeals relating to these matters, it will be assumed that students understand their academic responsibilities and are familiar with these key policies and procedures.

For the Appeal process please refer to

Academic appeals - The University of Sydney

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Current students

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

高清福利片 commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Alignment with Competency standards

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Disclaimer

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Useful links

PHTY7505: Advanced Professional Development

Semester 2, 2026 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

高清福利片 commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Alignment with Competency standards

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links