Research Methods in Exercise and Sport H (9416.1)

Required texts

Research method content exists on Canvas as well as a Wikiversity site:

http://en.wikiversity.org/wiki/Sport_research

There are no other specific required texts or readings.

Recommended

There are no other specific required texts although the University library has a wide range of resources likely to cover the student's research topic (e.g. journal access) as well as research methodology (e.g. tutorials on how to use bibliographic tools and statistical software, performing literature searches etc - see http://canberra.libguides.com/researchers).

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

The research proposal – ethics application assessment should be submitted as a PDF (the ethics form is online, but click on print, and then save the PDF) via the unit Canvas site.

The research proposal presentation should be delivered on the day of the seminars. An electronic copy of your presentation (typically a powerpoint presentation) should be submitted through email to the unit convenor by 8:30am on the morning of the seminars.

Special assessment requirements

Extensions to due dates will only be granted in exceptional circumstances, where the delay was determined to be beyond the candidate's control. The candidate can apply in writing to the Unit convenor as early as possible for an extension equal to the time unavoidably lost. The letter from the candidate must detail the reasons for the extension request (including supportive evidence such as a medical certificate), and justify the length of proposed extension. A letter from the candidate's supervisor expressing strong support for the extension must also be provided.

Candidates enrolled in the Honours program are not permitted to postpone or defer their studies without formal approval.

Academic integrity

Students have a responsibility to uphold University standards on ethical scholarship. Good scholarship involves building on the work of others and use of others' work must be acknowledged with proper attribution made. Cheating, plagiarism, and falsification of data are dishonest practices that contravene academic values. Refer to the University's Student Charter for more information.

To enhance understanding of academic integrity, all students are expected to complete the Academic Integrity Module (AIM) at least once during their course of study. You can access this module within UCLearn (Canvas) through the 'Academic Integrity and Avoiding Plagiarism' link in the Study Help site.

Use of Text-Matching Software

The University of Canberra uses text-matching software to help students and staff reduce plagiarism and improve understanding of academic integrity. The software matches submitted text in student assignments against material from various sources: the internet, published books and journals, and previously submitted student texts.

LATE HAND IN POLICY

When a student does not submit an assessment task on or before the due date and time, their mark will be reduced by five percentage points per day from the total mark available (e.g. if an assessment was submitted three days late a mark of 70% would be reduced to 55%, or put another way, if a student was awarded 21 out of 30 and submitted three days late their mark would be reduced to 16.5 out of 30), up to a maximum of seven days at which time the assignment will no longer be accepted, unless there are approved extenuating circumstances.

Learner engagement

Honours is generally fulltime over two semesters (9 months).

Honours is a full-time 35 hour per week commitment or part-time equivalent.

The general expectation is that Honours candidates will have normal work hours (9am to 5pm every week day) although project demands may require time outside these hours and negotiation may be sought with the supervisor(s).

Participation requirements

This unit contains participatory elements which are vital to the learning outcomes of this unit, for yourself and other students. Except in the case of extenuating circumstances 100% participation is expected in all presentations. It is expected that students unable to attend any of these activities inform the unit convenor as soon as practical, by telephone or email and by submitting an absence form.

Student projects will often utilise space and equipment at the University of Canberra or partner organisation. Use of this space and equipment is generally subject to training and approval such as familiarity with occupational health and safety issues. Students should check with relevant staff if this applies to them and undergo the appropriate process.

Required IT skills

Students should be conversant with searching for relevant articles via electronic means, the use of Canvas, and word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software. Specialist IT skills may be required for some projects and students should negotiate training opportunities with their supervisor(s).

There are no specific IT skills required for the conduct of this unit. Students are required to submit computer drafted work as well as undertake oral presentations with the aid of lecterns and projection screens. A range of software is commonly employed for these purposes. Individual student projects may require the learning of specific software and equipment, and this will be undertaken with the assistance of supervisors, technicians and other related staff.

In-unit costs

There are no extra costs associated with this unit. The research however may have costs related to its conduct. The Discipline of Sport and Exercise Science offers a small amount towards research project costs for students, further information about this and the procedure for requesting research funds is held by Discipline staff. Please contact the unit convenor, supervisor or administrative staff for details

Work placement, internships or practicums

There are no specific work integrated learning components to this unit. Many research projects will however incorporate opportunities to assist with industry activities which may also be important to the research project. Students must not undergo extra activities like this related to their projects unless they are enrolled in the Sport Research Honours unit. This can be done normally in December the year before the full Honours year. This enrolment is important as it covers the student with insurance.

Additional information

Students are encouraged to partake in related research activities (e.g. UCRISE seminar series, any joint AIS/UCRISE research training program) as these opportunities all enrich the student experience as well as research environment across the Discipline and related research centres.

The SRC is located in B level eastern side of building 6, the facility is open from 8.30 am to 10.30 pm Monday to Friday. There are group work areas, computer lab, tea, coffee, biscuits, fridge for lunches and comfy couches to sleep on!

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