VTES003 Research Methodology in Science od Sport Coaching and Fitness Testing (6 cr)
Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish
Responsible organisation:
Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences
Curriculum periods:
2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020
Description
Content
Getting acquainted with the essential literature and analysing methods used in the research of biology of physical activity and sports psychology.
Completion methods
Research methodology seminar (24 hours), where students present scientific reports on different research methods and prepare a written survey on selected research methodology.
Examination on the reports and surveys
Assessment details
A written survey on selected research literature 70%, seminar based exam 30%
Learning outcomes
Advance the knowledge of research methodology by becoming acquainted with the essential research methods used in your thesis. After completing the course, a student is able to:
• select appropriate methods for his/her study
• critically evaluate the reliability and validity of chosen methods
• critically evaluate research data
• integrate theoretical knowledge with study results and draw conclusions
• select appropriate methods for his/her study
• critically evaluate the reliability and validity of chosen methods
• critically evaluate research data
• integrate theoretical knowledge with study results and draw conclusions
Additional information
1st spring
Description of prerequisites
VTES012 Advanced course in science of sport coaching and fitness
Completion methods
Method 1
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Parts of the completion methods
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