SPOR4130
Exercise & Sports Science Honours 4130
20 Units
Available in 2012
| Ourimbah | Semester 1, Semester 2 |
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Previously offered in 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008
This course involves the direct application of research skills and competencies introduced in SPOR4120. 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 Health and Safety requirement. Students will receive full information on this Compulsory Course Component in the course outline provided by the School.
ObjectivesOn 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. | |
ContentStudents 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)N/A | |
TransitionN/A | |
Industrial Experience0 | |
Assumed KnowledgeSPOR4110 and SPOR4120 | |
Modes of DeliveryInternal Mode | |
Teaching MethodsIndividual Supervision Self Directed Learning | |
Assessment Items
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Contact HoursSelf Directed Learning: for 10 hour(s) per Week for Full Term Individual Supervision: for 14 hour(s) per Term for Full Term | |
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