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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Performance Analysis
Reference HS4115 Version 5
Created April 2023 SCQF Level SCQF 10
Approved September 2015 SCQF Points 15
Amended June 2023 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
This module aims to develop students' ability to collect, analyse and present data, and suggest methods to inform training strategies and improve performance.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Critically evaluate performance analysis metrics.
2 Analyse, interpret and present performance metric data.
3 Critically discuss strategies to enhance performance metrics.

Indicative Module Content
Time and motion analysis; Filming sport events; Notational analysis and key performance indicators of sport; Situational variables on sports performance; Validity, reliability and value of selected performance metrics; Effectiveness of performance analysis support in informing coaching and strategic decision-making; Critical analysis of training monitoring models. Use of contemporary data systems and analytical programmes.

Module Delivery
Blended delivery comprising on campus and online learning and engagement. This will include Digital Learning Resources, Tutorials, Workshops and Practical sessions.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 24 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 126 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 150 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: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3
Description: Written Coursework - Essay

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
One component of assessment. Grade based on grading proforma.
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A A
B B
C C
D D
E E
F F
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module Successful completion of Stage 3 of either BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Exercise Science course or BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching course, or equivalent.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 HUGHES, M., FRANKS, I., and DANCS, H., 2019. The essentials of performance analysis in Sport. 3rd ed. New York: Routledge.
2 ALAMAR, B., 2013. Sports analytics: A guide for coaches, managers, and other decision makers. New York: Columbia University Press.
3 MCGARRY, T., O'DONOGHUE, P., de EIRA SAMPAIO, A. J., and SAMPAIO, J., 2013. Routledge handbook of sports performance analysis. London: Routledge.


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