Sports Science MA, Independent Project, 15 credits

Aim

The aim of this course is to apply principles from sports science and/or sports medicine research into practice, by way of an applied research and/or development project in a sporting environment.

Course objectives

After completing this course, students should be able to:
- Identify a problem or opportunity for knowledge creation in the subject of sports science or sports medicine.
- Formulate a project aim and outline expected outcomes.
- Select and justify appropriate methodological approaches to fulfil project goals.
- Consider the ethical implications of their work in relation to principles and laws of research ethics and data security.
- Select and apply appropriate data analysis and visualisation methods.
- Interpret results and draw appropriate conclusions.
- Present and critically evaluate their own and others’ work.

Content

Plan, execute, present and evaluate an independent project in sports science/sports medicine in an applied sports setting using principles from empirical research.

Entry requirements

A Bachelor degree with at least 180 credits, including a degree project of at least 15 credits, in Sports Science, Sports Medicine or Physiotherapy.

OR

A Bachelor degree consisting of at least 180 credits, including a degree project of at least 15 credits, and a minimum of 60 credits in one or more of the following
subjects: clinical epidemiology, exercise physiology, testing methods in sports
science, kinesiology, biomechanics, coaching and leadership, sports nutrition,
sports medicine, training sciences.

AND

English course 6.

Selection rules and procedures

The selection process is in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance and the local order of admission.

Teaching form

Different teaching methods will be used to support the student, e.g., seminars, discussions and mentorship/supervision. The course will be delivered online and entirely in English, although the student can complete the practical work in another langauge and country. Compulsory seminars, presentations and independent project work will form part of the assessment.

Examination form

1101: Module 1: Project planning
Grade scale: Fail (U) or Pass (G)
Project planning - secure a host (e.g., sports organisation), a placement mentor (affiliated to the host) and an academic supervisor (from Mid Sweden University); develop a project aim with select appropriate methods to achieve the aim; participate in a project planning seminar (including opposition of a peer); update the project plan.

2101: Module 2: Project execution and presentation, 15 Credits
Grade scale: Fail (U), Pass (G), or Pass with distinction (VG)
Modul 2: Project execution and presentation - carry out and write up the project; create a summary infographic; present the project to the host organisation, mentor and supervisor; participate in a presentation seminar (including opposition of a peer).

Grading system

Fail (U), Pass (G), or Pass with distinction (VG)