This module will require you to build upon their knowledge of research gained in the level 4 Developing Research Skills module. Within this module you will gain knowledge and understanding of research design, data collection methods, and data analysis skills. You will complete further data analysis skills in either quantitative or qualitative analysis as per the area of expertise their programme demands of them.

you will be required to apply your research skills by planning, conducting and analysing data for a small research project of qualitative or quantitative design relevant to their programme.

Finally, you will develop your own ideas on the dissertations projects in which you wish to undertake in level 6. This will include developing an understanding of how to construct a proposal and one to one meetings with relevant dissertation supervisors

Students will complete two assessments



1. Assessment 1- Project 2000w (50%) (LO1, 2, 3)

Learners are required to complete a research project. Learners will be provided a qualitative and quantitative project title relevant to their course of study, to which they must assign themselves. Learners are required to plan and conduct the project and analyse the data and write a 2000-word report on the project


2. Assessment 2- Dissertation Proposal Presentation (10 minutes). (50%) (LO1, 4)

Learners are required to present a 10-minute oral presentation around their dissertation proposal. The presentation must include a background / justification, methodology, and ethical considerations

Learning on this module will be achieved through engagement in both the lectures and seminar workshops. Lectures will comprise of 7 x 1 hr lectures and 22 workshop activities with a personal Tutor. The module will develop student's skills needed to conduct research in Sport and Exercise. These skills include reviewing the research process (such as what makes a good research question and accessing research literature); developing a critical level of thinking, writing a research report; using research methods to devise a suitable research question, understand the impact of research design, conduct appropriate research analysis using appropriate software and interpret outputs.

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of research methodologies and analyses

2. Collect, analyse and interpret primary data in order to address a research question/hypothesis, or vocationally - relevant problem

3. Demonstrate numeracy and problem-solving skills and to be technologically, digitally and information literate

4. Apply an in-depth knowledge and understanding to an appropriate area in sport, health and exercise to plan a safe and ethically considered research proposal

Data analysis software

Classroom

IT facilities.

Cottrell, S. (2008) The Study Skills Handbook (3rd ed.) Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan.

Kirton, B. (2012). Brilliant Workplace Skills for Students & Graduates. Prentice-Hall

Smith, M. F. (2010) Research Methods in Sport. Exeter, UK: Learning Matters

This module will require you to build upon your knowledge of research gained in the level 4 Developing Research Skills module. Within this module you will gain knowledge and understanding of research design, data collection methods, and data analysis skills. You will complete further data analysis skills in either quantitative or qualitative analysis as per the area of expertise their programme demands of them.

You will be required to apply your research skills by planning, conducting and analysing data for a small research project of qualitative or quantitative design relevant to their programme.

You will also start to think about areas of interest for your dissertation which you will undertake in your final year. This will include developing an understanding of how to construct a proposal and one to one meetings with relevant dissertation supervisors