EXSS4130

Exercise & Sport Science Honours 4130

20 Units 4000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Ourimbah Semester 1, Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013

This course involves the direct application of research skills and competencies introduced in EXSS4120. The course is conducted under the direct supervision of an academic staff member who is the student's honours research supervisor. It concentrates on the data collection and analysis portion of the research process. By the start of this course, students will have completed a major literature review, identified a suitable research question and developed a robust research design. The course explores and implements appropriate data collection techniques and develops advanced skills in data analysis. The course develops chapter drafts for the student's research thesis, as well as a poster and oral presentation of research findings.

In order to participate in this course, students must complete a compulsory Work Health and Safety requirement. Students will receive full information on this Compulsory Course Component in the course outline provided by the School.

Objectives On successful completion of the course students will have:

1. Competency in the selection of various methods of quantitative and qualitative data collection and statistical analysis used in exercise and sports science.
2. Capacity to implement appropriate methods of quantitative and qualitative data collection and statistical analysis used in their individual research projects.
3. Appreciation of the methods used to distill and communicate scientific findings in concise formats.
Content Students undertake activities involving:
- Discussion and guidance on the use of appropriate methods of quantitative and qualitative data collection and statistical analysis used in exercise and sports science research.
- Guidance on the use of analytical thinking for data interpretation.
- The application of appropriate research ethics principles.
- Guidance on conventions used in communicating scientific findings in oral and poster presentations.
Replacing Course(s) SPOR4130
Transition N/A
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge EXSS4110 and EXSS4120
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Individual Supervision
Self Directed Learning
Assessment Items
Other: (please specify) Oral presentations.
Contact Hours Self Directed Learning: for 10 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Individual Supervision: for 14 hour(s) per Term for Full Term
Compulsory Components
Compulsory Course Component Work Health and Safety Induction or Risk Assessment. Compulsory Course Component: In order to participate in this course students must complete a compulsory lab induction.
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for EXSS4130