Specialisation by research
Overview
NOTE: Applications for Fellowship by Original Contribution are currently not being accepted as a review of the Research Pathway is being undertaken.
Fellowship by Original Contribution is open to any APA member who is undertaking original research or publish a scholarly book in Physiotherapy and is awarded by the Australian College of Physiotherapists.
Original Contribution pathway involves the submission of original scientific and academic/professional work for assessment via two streams:
- Original Research (thesis/monograph): A collection of original peer-reviewed research papers, which the candidate must be the sole or first author of at least two publications. The collection of papers must include an introduction chapter, discussion/conclusion chapter and other chapters as necessary to elaborate how the work meets the criteria.
- Published Book: the candidate is the sole or main author and the book demonstrates evidenced-based, academic/professional leadership in a field of physiotherapy practice. The book must have been published within three years of the application date.
For further assistance, please email the ACP team