To pass this unit, you must have demonstrated sufficient evidence of achievement of the unit learning outcomes and obtained a minimum pass grade for the clinical placement logbook assessment, as this is a hurdle assessment.

Grade descriptors and other information concerning grading are contained in the Macquarie University Assessment Policy.

All final grades are determined by a grading committee, in accordance with the Macquarie University Assessment Policy, and are not the sole responsibility of the Unit Convenor.

Students will be awarded a final grade and a mark, which must correspond to the grade descriptors specified in the Assessment Procedure.

To pass this unit, you must demonstrate sufficient evidence of achievement of the learning outcomes, meet any ungraded requirements, and achieve a final mark of 50 or better.

Further details for each assessment task will be available on iLearn.

Grading of Assessments

You will receive a grade for each assessment within this unit. Please consult the rubrics specific to each assessment item for an explanation of grading.

Hurdle Assessment

The PHTY8205 Clinical Placement logbook is a hurdle assessment task. A hurdle requirement is an activity for which a minimum level of performance or participation is a condition of passing the unit in which it occurs. A student who has obtained a SNG over 50, yet failed the hurdle assessment, fails the unit. Please see Macquarie University's assessment policy for more information about hurdle assessment tasks.

Extensions for Assessment Tasks

Applications for assessment task extensions may be considered for short-term, unexpected, serious, and unavoidable circumstances affecting the assessment. Applications must be submitted via https://connect.mq.edu.au/s/. For further details, please refer to the Special Considerations Policy. You can also find out more on the MQ Student Portal at the following link: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/assessment-exams/special-consideration

Should you encounter any personal issues or concerns regarding health and well-being during your studies, you can also gain personal support and advice on campus. Please see the following link for further information: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/personal

Late Submissions

Unless a Special Consideration or Short Extension request (where applicable) has been submitted and approved, a 5% penalty (OF THE TOTAL POSSIBLE MARK) will be applied each day a written assessment is not submitted, up until the 7th day (including weekends). After the 7th day, a grade of ‘0’ will be awarded even if the assessment is submitted. Submission time for all written assessments is set at 11.55 pm. A 1-hour grace period is provided to students who experience a technical concern.

For example:

For any late submissions of time-sensitive tasks, such as scheduled vivas, performance assessments/presentations, and/or scheduled practical assessments/labs, students need to submit an application for Special Consideration.

Teaching and Learning Strategy

As a student enrolled in this unit, you will engage in a range of online, face-to-face and clinical learning activities, including readings, online modules, videos, practical classes and clinical placements. Details can be found on the iLearn site for this unit. The blended learning and teaching approach in this unit aims to help students develop a deep understanding of principles and the ability to solve problems independently, with the expectation that students can then apply this knowledge in different clinical settings (e.g., clinics, sporting fields, and workplaces). All content is provided in learning modules covering different aspects of workplace and sports governance, risk reduction, mangement and topical issues. There are also moderated clinical-experience and academic-content discussion forums available.

Recommended Readings

There is no compulsory textbook for this unit. Resources that enhance this unit's content will be referenced throughout the unit and will come from a range of sources, including journal articles and multimedia. Recommendations about specific readings from these and other resources (such as research papers, books, websites and videos) will be listed on iLearn. The following texts are useful resources and available in the MQ library.

• The following textbook covers working with multidisciplinary teams (Chapter 5) and working with sports teams (Chapter 6), which may be useful for clinical placements.

Brukner P. Brukner & Khan’s clinical sports medicine : foundations of clinical practice. Sixth edition. Ardern C, Bahr R, Blazey P, Clarsen B, Crossley K, Forster B, et al., editors. Sydney, NSW: McGraw Hill Education Australia Pty Ltd; 2025.

• Additionally, the following textbook outlines the assessment and management of specific conditions that may be experienced during your clinical placements.

Brukner P, ProQuest, Clarsen Ben, Cook J, Cools A, Crossley K, et al. Brukner & Khan’s clinical sports medicine : Vol 1: injuries [Internet]. Fifth edition. Clarsen Ben, Cook J, Cools A, Crossley K, Hutchinson M, McCrory P, et al., editors. Sydney: McGraw-Hill; 2017.

The following texts will also be useful references for this unit:

Magee DJ. Orthopedic Physical Assessment. 7th ed. London: Elsevier Health Sciences; 2021.

Cook CE, Hegedus EJ. Orthopedic physical examination tests: an evidence-based approach. 2nd ed. Boston: Pearson; 2013.

Technology and equipment

Active participation in the learning activities throughout the unit will require students to have access to a tablet, laptop or similar device. Students who do not own a laptop may borrow one from the university library.

Consultation with staff 

All staff will be available for individual consultation. See iLearn for contact details.

Detailed information pertaining to the unit schedule will be available on the unit iLearn site.

Policies and Procedures

Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies, in particular, with regard to Learning and Teaching:

• Academic Appeals Policy
• Academic Integrity Policy
• Academic Progression Policy
• Assessment Policy
• Fitness to Practice Procedure
• Assessment Procedure
• Complaints Resolution Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
• Special Consideration Policy

Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.

To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.

Student Code of Conduct

Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct

Results

Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, the final results will be sent to your student email address and made available in eStudent. For more information, visit connect.mq.edu.au.

Academic Integrity

At Macquarie, we believe academic integrity – honesty, respect, trust, responsibility, fairness and courage – is at the core of learning, teaching and research. We recognise that meeting the expectations required to complete your assessments can be challenging. So, we offer you a range of resources and services to help you reach your potential, including free online writing and maths support, academic skills development and wellbeing consultations.

Student Support

Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/.

Academic Success

Academic Success provides resources to develop your English language proficiency, academic writing, and communication skills.

• Workshops
• Chat with a WriteWISE peer writing leader
• Access StudyWISE
• Upload an assignment to Studiosity
• Complete the Academic Integrity Module

The Library provides online and face-to-face support to help you find and use relevant information resources. 

• Subject and Research Guides
• Ask a Librarian

Student Services and Support

Macquarie University offers a range of Student Support Services, including:

• IT Support
• Accessibility and disability support with study
• Mental health support
• Safety support to respond to bullying, harassment, sexual harassment and sexual assault
• Social support, including information about finances, tenancy and legal issues
• Student Advocacy provides independent advice on MQ policies, procedures, and processes

Student Enquiries

Got a question? Ask us via the Service Connect Portal, or contact Service Connect.

IT Help

For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/. 

When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network, including students.

Macquarie University recognises that artificial intelligence (AI), especially generative AI, is rapidly reshaping education and the modern workplace. As AI becomes increasingly accessible, the University and your teaching staff are committed to preparing you to use these tools effectively, ethically, and with strong professional judgment. Rather than restricting technology, the emphasis is on helping you understand when and how AI can be used to enhance productivity, support learning, and reflect real-world professional practice. Across your degree, we will support you to develop the critical thinking, adaptability, and values-based decision-making skills required to navigate evolving AI tools responsibly, including acknowledging their use appropriately.  You should always appropriately acknowledge when you have used AI tools within assessment tasks, including which AI tools you have used and how you have used them.

To provide clarity, Macquarie University uses a simple, two-tiered approach to AI in assessment:

 AI Open assessments allow you to fully incorporate AI, reflecting authentic tasks where AI would normally be used in professional settings.

Observed with AI Optional assessments involve tasks where you either demonstrate essential knowledge without technology or show how you apply AI under supervision.

Across both categories, the goal is to ensure you build foundational knowledge, exercise sound judgment, and engage with AI in ways that uphold ethical, cultural, and university values.

Social inclusion at Macquarie University is about giving everyone who has the potential to benefit from higher education the opportunity to study at university, participate in campus life and flourish in their chosen field. The University has made significant moves to promote an equitable, diverse and exciting campus community for the benefit of staff and students. It is your responsibility to contribute towards the development of an inclusive culture and practice in the areas of learning and teaching, research, and service orientation and delivery. As a member of the Macquarie University community, and when on clinical placement representing Macquarie University, you must not discriminate against or harass others based on their sex, gender, race, marital status, carers' responsibilities, disability, sexual orientation, age, political conviction or religious belief. All staff and students are expected to display appropriate behaviour that is conducive to a healthy learning environment for everyone, including during clinical placement activities.

In the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences, professionalism is a key capability embedded in all our courses.

As part of developing professionalism, students are expected to attend all on-campus practical sessions and clinical placement days. Clinical placements, particularly sports placements, are likely to require travel. You are expected to plan your travel so that you are punctual and prepared for all clinical activities. Should a situation arise where you are not able to attend (or are delayed) to an on-campus session or clinical placement, it is expected that you will communicate this with your tutor or supervisor in a timely manner, preferably in advance.

As an adult learner, we respect your decision to choose how you engage with your learning, but we remind you that the learning opportunities we create are designed to enable your success. By not engaging in these activities, you may impact your ability to successfully complete this unit. We also expect you to show respect for the academic staff and clinical educators who have worked hard to develop meaningful activities and to prioritise your learning.

Another dimension of professionalism is respecting your peers. It is every student's right to learn in an environment free of disruption and distraction. Please arrive at all learning activities on time, and if you are unavoidably detained, please join the activity as quietly as possible to minimise disruption. Where your own device (e.g., laptop, phone) is being used for class-related activities, you are asked to close down all other applications to avoid distraction to you and others. Please treat your fellow students with the utmost respect. If you are uncomfortable participating in any specific activity, please let the relevant academic know. In workplace and sporting settings (including practical classes), it is sometimes appropriate to film athletes or participants for various purposes, such as providing feedback and recording notes. In such cases, ensure that you have the appropriate permissions before recording and that the footage is used only for its original purpose.