Module Descriptors
DISSERTATION
SPOR60762
Key Facts
Health, Education, Policing and Sciences
Level 6
30 credits
Contact
Leader: Joanne Ellard
Email: J.D.Ellard@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 100
Independent Study Hours: 200
Total Learning Hours: 300
Assessment
- PROJECT- INDIVIDUAL weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Learning Strategies
Taught sessions: 100 hours
66 hrs lecture
33 hrs workshop
Independent study: 200 hours
80 hours background reading of textbooks and journals
30 hours of independent online research material
35 hours of preparing your dissertation
20 hours of proof reading and additional research
20 hours of reading examples of dissertations with a focus on the different components within it
15 hours of preparing the dissertation for binding
66 hrs lecture
33 hrs workshop
Independent study: 200 hours
80 hours background reading of textbooks and journals
30 hours of independent online research material
35 hours of preparing your dissertation
20 hours of proof reading and additional research
20 hours of reading examples of dissertations with a focus on the different components within it
15 hours of preparing the dissertation for binding
Module Texts
Book list and reference resources will be located in module handbooks and updated annually (amendments confirmed at the Annual Planning Event).
Gratton, C., Jones, I., Grimshaw, P. (2010) Research Methods for Sport Studies. London: Routledge
Pitney, W., A. Parker, J.(2009) Qualitative Research In Physical Activity and The Health Professions. Leeds: Human Kinetics
Smith, M., F. (2010) Research Methods in Sport. Exeter. UK: Learning Matters
Thomas, J., R. Nelson, J.K. (2011) Research Methods in Physical Activity 6th edition. Champaign IL: Human Kinetics,
Gratton, C., Jones, I., Grimshaw, P. (2010) Research Methods for Sport Studies. London: Routledge
Pitney, W., A. Parker, J.(2009) Qualitative Research In Physical Activity and The Health Professions. Leeds: Human Kinetics
Smith, M., F. (2010) Research Methods in Sport. Exeter. UK: Learning Matters
Thomas, J., R. Nelson, J.K. (2011) Research Methods in Physical Activity 6th edition. Champaign IL: Human Kinetics,
Module Resources
- Appropriately and adequately equipped classroom with SMARTboard and projector
- Appropriate ICT facilities
- Sufficient Internet access for the VLE
- Appropriately and adequately stocked library facilities
- Appropriate ICT facilities
- Sufficient Internet access for the VLE
- Appropriately and adequately stocked library facilities
Module Indicative Content
The structure of the dissertation, treatment of the topic and methodology will depend on the topic selected and intended purpose of the dissertation (each chosen in consultation with the leaner¿s dissertation tutor). The research will normally contain an empirical component, but may be a critical review of the state of knowledge. The research may attempt to extend the state of knowledge within the topic area or apply existing ideas techniques or methods to a new situation.
You may choose a more vocational focus in their dissertation. Such research enables learners the opportunity to apply in an organisational setting knowledge, skills and techniques developed in the modules across the programme of study.
You may choose a more vocational focus in their dissertation. Such research enables learners the opportunity to apply in an organisational setting knowledge, skills and techniques developed in the modules across the programme of study.
Module Additional Assessment Details
A range of formative and summative assessment methods will be used which are appropriate to the teaching and learning delivery method, mode of attendance and proposed weighting criteria used for this module.
A contextualised and approved assessment strategy and schedule will be published to students by award.
Summative assessment
Students will be required to complete 1 piece of summative assessment:
No data collection shall proceed beyond the preparatory stage until a proposal has:
- Received ethical approval from the ethical leader (module leader).
Independent Project, weighting 100% of the module grade, word count 6000 words.
All learning outcomes are covered by the one assessment method.
Formative feedback will be provided in a variety of forms, including written feedback on proposed titles, outline assignment plans and full drafts and verbal feedback.
A contextualised and approved assessment strategy and schedule will be published to students by award.
Summative assessment
Students will be required to complete 1 piece of summative assessment:
No data collection shall proceed beyond the preparatory stage until a proposal has:
- Received ethical approval from the ethical leader (module leader).
Independent Project, weighting 100% of the module grade, word count 6000 words.
All learning outcomes are covered by the one assessment method.
Formative feedback will be provided in a variety of forms, including written feedback on proposed titles, outline assignment plans and full drafts and verbal feedback.