Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 20 |
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 20.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
This module aims to provide experience of primary research in a current topic in sport and exercise science to provide the students with an opportunity to develop key research skills under the direction of a supervisor.
There is no formal syllabus. Research projects are individually tailored by each supervisor / research group.
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | PIP Module talks to set students up for the module & their research projects |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 130:00 | 130:00 | Writing of dissertation and oral presentation |
| Structured Guided Learning | Academic skills activities | 1 | 13:00 | 13:00 | Activities to develop academic skills.Incl. excel, adv images & document management, using endnote. |
| Guided Independent Study | Project work | 1 | 220:00 | 220:00 | May include data collection, data analysis & interpretation, & reviewing literature |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | PIP - Presentation skills Training & bespoke project specific training |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Drop-in/surgery | 9 | 1:00 | 9:00 | Synchronous online drop-in sessions with ML to discuss processes/assessments |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Dissertation/project related supervision | 24 | 1:00 | 24:00 | PIP Supervisor meetings with students |
| Total | 400:00 |
Project work makes up the majority of the time and can be undertaken in a wide range of settings. The project work is ideal for the development of skills that will enhance employability. Lectures and workshops will provide students with core information around the processes of completing their research project and writing the research report. Tutorials encourage increased understanding by application of knowledge and discussion with peers and supervisors and provide opportunity for regular on-going feedback as the project progress. Private study will allow students to extend and reinforce their knowledge and understanding through reading text books, journal articles and use of other recommended resources (e.g. podcasts).
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dissertation | 2 | M | 70 | Written report (5,000 words) |
| Prof skill assessmnt | 2 | M | 10 | Professionalism and engagement during the research project process |
| Oral Examination | 2 | M | 20 | PIP 10-minute individual oral presentation on project and answer questions |
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dissertation | 1 | M | students can submit a draft version of their dissertation (individual sections or as an entire piece) to supervisors for feedback |
| Dissertation | 2 | M | students can submit a draft version of their dissertation (individual sections or as an entire piece) to supervisors for feedback |
The dissertation will assess skills in information literacy, problem solving, data analysis and evaluation and written communication of scientific data.
The oral presentation will assess the students presentation skills and oral communication of scientific data and provide them with the opportunity to present their research to peers and staff.
The remaining 10% of available marks are awarded for professionalism and engagement of the student throughout the research project process.