Rehabilitation Society
Quality Education
On Tuesday, November 04, 2025, the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at The University of Faisalabad, Health Sciences Wing, successfully conducted Synopsis Defence of the Batch 2021-2026. This event was conducted by Dr. Maryam Safdar; PT (Assistant Professor/ Coordinator, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences) and Dr. Hira Zafar; PT (Lecturer/ Research Associate, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences) and other faculty members of the department. The defence session featured both internal and external examiners, including Dr. Mariam Mahmood; PT (Physiotherapist, Allied Hospital I) and Dr. Anbreena Rasool; PT (Assistant Professor, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences) invited to evaluate the academic preparedness, clarity, feasibility, and methodological soundness of the proposed research works of the students.
A total of 72 students presented their research synopses as part of the academic requirement for the award of Doctor of Physical Therapy. The session aimed at ensuring the research topics are relevant, well‐structured, and aligned with the institutional standards of scholarly inquiry. This event also aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG) 4- Quality Education.
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Objectives:
The synopsis defence served the following major objectives: To assess the academic readiness of students before conducting full research.
Event Details:
The Synopsis defence commenced with the Recitation of the Holy Quran and Naat-e-Rasool (SAW). All the students presented their topics in the form of groups. Internal and external examiners evaluated their topics and other necessary point like the methodology proposed in the research and its feasibility according to their expertise and guided the students. Their main ponts of concern were:
Students demonstrated varying levels of competence, and external examiners offered critical analysis to strengthen each proposal.
Key Observations by External Examiners
The external examiners provided detailed feedback aimed at improving academic rigor:
Clarity of Problem Statements: Several students needed to refine their problem statements to better align with their research objectives.
Scope Management: Some proposals were broad; examiners advised narrowing the scope for feasibility within the available timeframe.
Alignment Between Objectives and Methodology: External examiners noted that some methodologies did not fully address the stated objectives and required revision.
Literature Review Gaps: Students were encouraged to incorporate more current and high-impact journal sources.
Variable Definition: Key variables needed clearer conceptual and operational definitions.
Ethical Considerations: Students were reminded to explicitly outline consent procedures, confidentiality measures, and ethical approvals.
Decisions and Recommendations
After deliberations, the examiners classified the students into three categories:
Fully Approved: Students whose synopses were found to be methodologically sound, clear, and feasible.
Conditionally Approved: Students required to make minor modifications, such as refining objectives, updating literature, or revising sampling procedures.
Major Revisions Required: Students advised to make substantial changes, including adjusting their research design, restructuring the conceptual framework, or redefining variables.
The synopsis defence for the Batch 2021–2026 was successfully conducted, fulfilling its purpose of evaluating and refining students’ research proposals. The involvement of external examiners enriched the session with objective, high-level academic scrutiny. Students are expected to incorporate all recommendations and proceed to the next phase of their research work.
The department commended the students for their efforts and encouraged them to maintain academic diligence throughout the research period.
