Performance Analysis in Sport (11578.1)

Please note these are the 2023 details for this unit
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Performance Analysis in Sport
Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
View teaching periods Hybrid
 Bruce, Canberra
EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.125 3 Faculty Of Health
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
Discipline Of Sport And Exercise Science Level 2 - Undergraduate Intermediate Unit Band 2 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)
Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021)
Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan Social Work_Exclude 0905)
This unit provides students with an understanding of the methods and analytic techniques used to capture and assess sporting performance during competition. Students will learn to identify variables and create key performance indicators, capture data using video analysis and athlete tracking systems, and assess the technical and tactical performance of athletes and teams during competition. Students will collect, analyse and interact with real competition data, and interpret the information gathered from these data. This unit is co-taught with 10155 Performance Analysis in Sport G.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the different methods and systems used to capture and assess sporting performance;
2. Collect data using notational and video analysis systems;
3. Evaluate the tactical and technical components of sporting performance using competition data and video analysis techniques; and
4. Interpret and communicate information gathered from sports competition data.


Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology


Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

Incompatible units

6841 Performance Analysis in Sport and 10155 Performance Analysis in Sport G.

Equivalent units

8390 Performance Analysis in Sport

Assumed knowledge

Students will need to have a basic understanding of the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Microsoft Excel (or equivalent). Students will also need to have a broad understanding of a range of sports.
Availability for enrolment in 2026 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
2025 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 28 July 2025 Hybrid Dr Jocelyn Mara
2026 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 10 August 2026 Hybrid Dr Michael Sydney
Not available

Required texts

Required readings will be provided on Canvas under the unit Reading List. Other recommended readings and resources will also be provided on Canvas, within the relevant weekly modules.

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

For clarification, one (1) minute past the specified due date and time is considered a late submission.

It is students' responsibility to be familiar with the electronic submission process (eg. the use of Canvas and the assignment submission portal). Students are reminded to ensure they plan well ahead by enabling adequate time to submit assessments prior to the deadline. 

Quiz 1 and Quiz 2

Students who do not attempt the quiz by the due date and time will forfeit any marks and receive zero for that quiz. Any quizzes in progress at the due time will be automatically submitted. Students should ensure they begin their quiz attempt with sufficient time to complete it prior to the due time. If you are concerned about the stability and reliability of your internet connection, it is recommended you use a student computer in the library when completing quizzes.

Moderation of assessments

Please note that all assessments will be moderated as outlined in the Moderation Policy found on the Canvas page.

Artificial Intelligence

Students are not permitted to use generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) in assessments for this unit, except for Studiosity Writing Feedback Plus.

GenAI may only be used in authorised ways when completing assessments at UC. This means that GenAI can only be used for an assessment when:

  1. the Unit Convener has authorised GenAI use for that assessment
  2. the student uses GenAI in the way that the assessment instructions allow
  3. the student fully acknowledges their use of GenAI, with proper citations, references and a GenAI Acknowledgement Statement in line with the assessment instructions.

Where the assessment instructions do not specifically state that GenAI may be used and how, then its use is not permitted for that assessment. Students must still provide the required GenAI Acknowledgement Statement to indicate whether GenAI has or has not been used in the preparation of the assessment. If unsure, students should seek advice from the Unit Convener.

The GenAI for Students Library Guide provides further information, including how to reference GenAI.

Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at UC. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.

Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.

UC students have to complete the Academic Integrity Module annually to learn about academic integrity and to understand the consequences of academic integrity breaches (or academic misconduct).

UC uses various strategies and systems, including detection software, to identify potential breaches of academic integrity. Suspected breaches may be investigated, and action can be taken when misconduct is found to have occurred.

Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.

Participation requirements

It is expected that students will attend and actively participate in the workshops. It is also expected that students will engage with the pre-recorded lessons (i.e., asynchronous lectures), additional activities, required readings, discussion forums and other resources provided on Canvas to get the most out of this unit. 

Required IT skills

It is expected that students will possess UC IT entry skills, allowing them to access and use the Canvas site. It is also assumed that students have an understanding of how to download and install software onto their computer. It is assumed students have a basic understanding of data analysis software (e.g. Microsoft Excel), video presentation software (e.g. Microsoft Powerpoint) and word processing software (e.g. Microsoft Word). Introductory material and resources for conducting the relevant data analyses in Microsoft Excel will be provided on the Canvas site.   

In-unit costs

None.

Work placement, internships or practicums

None.

Additional information

Contacting the unit convenor

Discussion forums:

Students with general questions about unit content and assessment should use the discussion forums on the unit's Canvas site. Students that post to the discussion forum should expect a reply or confirmation from the unit convenor within 1 business day.

Student consultations:

Students that have more specific questions about the unit content and assessments should utilise the student consultation times. Students can book in to a consultation time using the links on Canvas, and the consultation will be conducted either face-to-face or online meeting (Microsoft Teams). 

Email:

If you do need to send an email:

  • The email must be sent from your student email account. Correspondance from personal email addresses can not be responded to.
  • The subject line must include the unit code and context of your message (e.g. 11578 Assignment 1)
  • Address the unit convenor appropriately by name
  • State your question or request clearly and concisely
  • Sign off with your full name and student ID number.

Emails that don't conform with these conventions will not receive a reply. Students can expect a response via email within 2 business days.