Research Methods and Statistics

Course aim

The course develops foundational knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods, evaluation of research and applying statistical applications to relevant research data for the purposes of future research.

Course content

Types and application of quantitative research method study designs; introduction to qualitative research method study designs; use of primary databases to access peer-reviewed scientific data; evaluation and critical appraisal of research data and reports; citing research; research proposal; understanding and performance of statistical analyses and interpreting results using SPSS software.

Textbook(s)

Vincent W & Weir J 2013, Statistics in kinesiology, 4th ed, Human Kinetics, Champaign

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST
Workshop	2 x 1 hour x 13 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 12 weeks
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Workshop	2 x 1 hour x 13 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 12 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Continuous assessment, Examination, Research proposal

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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