Glasgow Caledonian University BSc Physiotherapy Year 1 for New2 GCU
I hope you are looking forward to taking the first steps in embarking on a career in Physiotherapy! This letter contains some important information regarding first year induction sessions and the first day of term. You should read the following information carefully.
Induction will take place during the week beginning Monday 18th September 2017. Attendance is mandatory. The draft timetable with details of your induction schedule is on New2GCU , however is subject to change, in late August we will invite you to join a Facebook group, updates will be posted here . Teaching will start formally on Tuesday 26th September.
The university will be contact with once the programme is open for registration/ matriculation.
Caledonian Court accommodation is available prior to induction – see website for accommodation details.
It is important that you come prepared with the appropriate practical uniform and books that are required for day one of Trimester A. Please see below for details.
Qualification Check
It is a requirement of the course that we check the qualifications that you used to gain entry. Therefore on Monday 18th of September we will be carrying out a qualifications check. You must bring your original documents on this day.
Clothing / Personal Presentation for Practical Classes
As part of the programme you will be required to practice on and with each other when learning practical skills. As a mark of respect to your peers, a formal dress code (which is based on the NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Staff Uniform Policy, March 2010) must be adhered to in all practical classes. All students will be required to purchase the following so they can be worn in practical classes that start on 26th September:
· plain navy trousers/joggers
· sizeable plain white polo shirt
· trainers
· plain navy shorts
White t-shirts, polo shirts with large logos (especially those advertising specific brands), long sleeved t-shirts, tight tops and crop trousers, ballet pumps or high-heeled shoes are not acceptable. Long hair and fringes will need to be tied back and fingernails must be short and free of coloured nail varnish/false nails. All jewellery must be removed before practical classes as do all piercings (including facial/tongue/naval). It is recommended that no new tattoos/piercings are undertaken in the interim. At a later date most year groups organise their own ‘GCU Physio’ branded practical clothing however this will not be available for the start of term and is it is not compulsory to buy it.
Books
The key texts used in your 1st year of the BSc Physiotherapy degree program are listed at the end of this letter. We will send you a book bundle offer from the university bookshop in late August.
You will undertake 5 modules in your 1st year (over 2 trimesters) and for each module you will have access to an electronic Module Handbook which will contain details of any required and suggested reading. If you have any queries about what to read then you should contact the Module Leader directly or myself as Level 1 Co-ordinator.
Recognition of Prior Learning
You may be able to demonstrate prior learning in specific modules; this may mean you are eligible to apply for exemption from undertaking the module. This only applied to non-subject specific modules (for example Physiology).
The programme adheres to the GCU Recognition of Prior Learning Policy (RPL) which can be found at: http://www.gcu.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/rpl/
If you think that you are eligible for an RPL you must let the Programme Lead know by the end of induction week (Thursday 21st September).
Yours faithfully
Kathryn Simms
Level 1 Co-ordinator
School of Health and Life Sciences
Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow
G4 OBA
Tel: 0141 273 1281
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Module Details for Level 1 of the BSc Hons Physiotherapy
There are five modules over the course of Year 1
· Foundations of Interprofessional Practice
· Fundamentals of Human Physiology
· Human Movement: Anatomy and Examination
· Human Movement: Biomechanics and Physical Activity
· Health Perspectives in Physiotherapy Practice
Essential Reading Materials for the Level 1 Modules
Human Movement: Anatomy and Examination
Clarkson, H.M., 2011. Musculoskeletal Assessment. Joint Moon and Muscle Testing, 3rd Ed, Wolters Kluwer / Lippencott Williams and Wilkins,Baltimore.
Palastanga, N., Soames, R.W., & Palastanga, D. 2008 Anatomy and Human Movement Pocketbook, Churchill Livingstone/Elsevier, Edinburgh.
Petty, N. 2011 Neuromuscular Examination and Assessment. A Handbook for Therapists. 4th Ed, Churchill Livingston/Elsevier, Edinburgh.
Kendall, F.P., McCreary, E.K., Provance, P.G., Rodgers, M. Romani, W. 2011. Muscles testing and function. 5th Ed. Wolters Klower/Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins, Baltimore
Suggested Reading Materials for the Level 1 Modules – ALL BOOKS AVAILABLE IN LIBRARY
Foundations of Interprofessional Practice
Miller, C., Freeman, M., & Ross, N., 2001. Interprofessional Practice in Health and Social Care. London: Arnold.
Jasper, M., 2003. Beginning Reflective Practice – Foundations in Nursing and Health. Cheltenham: Nelson Thorne.
Human Movement: Biomechanics and Physical Exercise
Kerr A (2010) Introductory Biomechanics. Churchill Livingstone.
Perry J (1992). Gait analysis. Normal and pathological function, SLACK Incorporated, New Jersey
Levine D, Richards J & Whittle M (2012) Whittle's Gait Analysis, 5th Edition Churchill Livingstone, Edinburgh, UK.
McArdle WD, Katch FI & Katch VL (2009) Exercise Physiology: Energy, Nutrition, and Human Performance. Lippincott Williams and Wilkins; 7th revised International edition
Huber FE and Wells CL (2006) Therapeutic exercise: Treatment Planning for progression Elsevier
Fundamentals of Human Physiology
Tortora and Derrickson, Essentials of Anataomy and Physiology, 8th Edition. Wiley. ISBN 978-0-470-41885-7
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