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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Research Concepts in Sport and Exercise Science
Reference HS3109 Version 2
Created March 2017 SCQF Level SCQF 9
Approved September 2015 SCQF Points 30
Amended July 2017 ECTS Points 15

Aims of Module
The aim of the module is to provide students with the fundamental knowledge and skills to critically appraise evidence and analyse data using both qualitative and quantitative means.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Apply a systematic approach to critical analysis and evaluation of qualitative literature.
2 Apply a systematic approach to critical analysis and evaluation of quantitative literature.
3 Select and justify appropriate data analysis methods based upon the data and research design context.
4 Analyse, interpret and present qualitative data.
5 Analyse, interpret and present quantitative data.

Indicative Module Content
Introduction to scientific methods, qualitative and quantitative research design; application of the concepts of validity and reliability to the appraisal of research literature; use of critical appraisal tools to systematically evaluate research; role of research and its application; qualitative paradigms; ethnography, phenomenology; thematic analysis; interviews, focus groups, observation; descriptive and inferential statistics including parametric and nonparametric tests (e.g. t-test, ANOVA, Pearson Correlation, Regression, Chi-square, Mann-Whitney U test); use of SPSS to conduct statistical operations.

Module Delivery
Combination of lectures, workshops and journal clubs.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 60 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 240 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 300 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Coursework Weighting: 50% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 4
Description:
Component 2
Type: Coursework Weighting: 50% Outcomes Assessed: 2, 3, 5
Description:

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
Overall module grade is based on the grades awarded in the two components as follows:
Coursework:
Coursework: A B C D E F NS
A A A B C E E
B A B B C E E
C B B C C E F
D C C C D E F
E E E E E E F
F E E F F F F
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module Successful completion of Stages 1 and 2 of the BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Exercise Science course, or equivalent.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

ADDITIONAL NOTES
A pass will not normally be awarded for this module unless the student has engaged in course related research activities.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 THOMAS, J.R. NELSON, J.K. AND SILVERMAN, S.J., 2015. Research methods in physical activity. 7th ed. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
2 PALLANT, J., 2020. SPSS survival manual: A step by step guide to data analysis using IBM SPSS. 7th ed. London: Open University Press.
3 BAZELEY, P., 2020. Qualitative data analysis: Practical strategies. 3rd ed. London: Sage.
4 O’DONOGHUE, P., 2012. Statistics for sport and exercise studies: An introduction. London: Routledge.

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