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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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| Module Title | |||
| Epidemiology And Research Concepts In Exercise, Health And Wellness | |||
| Reference | HSM184 | Version | 1 |
| Created | July 2017 | SCQF Level | SCQF 11 |
| Approved | November 2017 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | ECTS Points | 7.5 | |
| Aims of Module | |||
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| This module aims to explore the role that epidemiology and research methods have in providing an evidence base for exercise, health and wellbeing activities and interventions. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Critically discuss the principles, methods and application of epidemiology in relation to exercise, health and wellbeing. |
| 2 | Critically discuss and synthesise exercise, health and wellbeing evidence and research. |
| 3 | Critically analyse and justify appropriate methods of assessing health, exercise and wellbeing activities. |
| 4 | Critically appraise research methodology and methods appropriate in the field of exercise and wellness. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| Principles and methods of epidemiology; epidemiology in exercise, health and wellbeing practice; quantitative research methods; qualitative research methods; validity; reliability; trustworthiness; research design; critical appraisal and synthesis of evidence; analysing evidence. |
| Module Delivery |
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| This module is delivered on-campus, featuring a range of tutorials, workshops and seminars. |
| 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 | |||||
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| 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, 4 |
| Description: | Essay | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| The coursework will be assessed using a criterion marking system. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | A in Component 1 |
| B | B in Component 1 |
| C | C in Component 1 |
| D | D in Component 1 |
| E | E in Component 1 |
| F | F in Component 1 |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None in addition to the entry requirements of the course. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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| 1 | AHRENS. W. PIGEOT. I. 2014. Handbook of Epidemiology. New York: Springer. |
| 2 | ROTHMAN. K.J., 2012. Epidemiology - An Introduction. 2nd Ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press. |
| 3 | SPARKES, A.C., & SMITH, B. 2013. Qualitative Research Methods in Sport, Exercise and Health: From Process to Product. Oxon, UK: Routledge. |
| 4 | In addition, a current and comprehensive list of references will be supplied on an annual basis to reflect the evolving nature of relevant topic areas. |