University Master's Degree in Translational Research in Physiotherapy

The master's degree was created to meet the need of greater development in scientific knowledge in the field of Physiotherapy, based on the approaches of Evidence-Based Physiotherapy (EBP)

Content Official Master's Degree in Translational Research in Physiotherapy

Knowledge

  • Define the scientific method, the characteristics of evidence-based science and the most advanced procedures used in translational research in the approach and resolution of clinical problems. 
  • Identify the different types of biomedical studies taking into account the research objectives. 
  • Identify the different statistical and computational tools used to analyse and interpret data relevant to translational research. 
  • Identify the aspects that determine the evolution of knowledge and development in clinical techniques. 
  • Delimit the aspects related to intellectual property and knowledge transfer. 
  • Identify sources of funding for translational research projects.

Skills

  • Analyse relevant data for translational research using statistical tools.   
  • Develop different types of biomedical studies, assessing their potential in the field of translational clinical research. 
  • Communicate scientific information clearly and accurately at different levels, using the appropriate language and tools. 
  • Develop aspects related to intellectual property and knowledge transfer. 
  • Collect relevant data following the research protocol. 
  • Interpret statistical and qualitative research data. 
  • Apply the methods for searching for evidence in the scientific literature in the field of biomedical research.

Competences

At the end of the Master's degree, students will be able to: 

  • Carry out research and/or innovation projects, aimed at their direct application. 
  • Form part of the transdisciplinary treatment teams for the different clinical specialities. 
  • Identify the continuous advances and challenges in scientific knowledge applied to health sciences. 
  • Carry out research work in an ethical and responsible manner, taking into account the gender perspective. 
  • Generate innovative proposals in translational clinical research activity.