Module Title
Research Concepts In Sport And Exercise Science
Keywords
qualitative and quantitative methods, validity, reliability, critical appraisal, ethics in research, statistical analysis. |
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Prerequisites for Module
Successful completion of Stages 1 and 2 of the BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Exercise Science course, or equivalent
Corequisite Modules
None.
Precluded Modules
None.
Aims of Module
Discuss relevant research design and analysis to enable students to critically appraise evidence and plan their own research.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of different research methodologies.
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Apply a systematic approach to critical analysis of literature.
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Select and interpret appropriate statistical tests based upon the data and research design context.
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Develop a research proposal on a suitable topic.
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Indicative Module Content
Introduction to the 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, ethical issues in research; role of research and its application, writing hypotheses, aims and objectives; 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, guidance on the development of a suitable research proposal and associated ethics submission.
Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Full Time | Computer Practicals
| 15 | Journal Clubs
| 8 | Lectures
| 4 | Tutorials
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Directed Study
| | Assessment preparation
| 42 | Guided Reading
| 24 | Journal Club Preparation
| 8 | Online Study Packs
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Private Study
| | Reading
| 21 |
| Mode of Delivery
Key note lectures and online study packs to provide theoretical basis. Journal club to apply and discuss the theoretical content. Computer labs and workshops to select, run and interpret appropriate statistical tests. Tutorial sessions to provide guidance on the development of a suitable research proposal.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Component 1 | 1,2,3,4
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Component 1 will be assessed by an extended research proposal
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., 2013. SPSS survival manual: A step by step guide to data analysis using IBM SPSS. 5th ed. London: Open University Press.
| | 3. | BAZELEY, P., 2013. Qualitative data analysis: Practical strategies. London: Sage.
| | 4. | O’DONOGHUE, P., 2012. Statistics for sport and exercise studies: An introduction. London: Routledge.
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Additional Notes
A pass will not normally be awarded for this module unless the student has participated in at least two research projects (either as a participant or an assistant).
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