LFYS003 Research Methodology in Exercise Physiology (6 cr)

Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish
Responsible organisation:
Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences
Curriculum periods:
2024-2025, 2025-2026, 2026-2027, 2027-2028

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Understanding key research data collection and analysis methods in exercise physiology

Description

  • Recent scientific literature on research methods used in the field of exercise physiology.

  • Understanding characteristics of various methodological approach.

  • Understanding different methods to measure a similar physiological outcome. 

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course, the student is able to

  • select appropriate methods for his/her study

  • critically evaluate the reliability and validity of chosen methods

  • critically evaluate study data

  • integrate theoretical knowledge with study results and draw conclusions 

Additional information

1st spring. Period III and IV

Description of prerequisites

Bachelor degree and major in Exercise Physiology.

Compulsory prerequisites

Completion methods

Method 1

Description:
Seminars (24 hours, in class), requiring active participation and presentations in the seminar (2 credits). Methodological report writing (4 credits).
Evaluation criteria:
Large seminar-based literature report and its presentation accounts for 80% and opponent work and active seminar participation accounts for 20%.
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Teaching (6 cr)

Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish

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