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Department for Health, Unit Catalogue 2011/12


HL10040: Introduction to study skills and research methods

Click here for further information Credits: 6
Click here for further information Level: Certificate (FHEQ level 4)
Click here for further information Period: Semester 1
Click here for further information Assessment: CW 100%
Click here for further information Supplementary Assessment: Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations)
Click here for further information Requisites: After taking this unit you must take HL20107
Click here for further information Description: Aims & Learning Objectives:
To introduce to students the study skills and methods of analysis for the study of Sport and Exercise using the scientific method. On completion of this unit students should be able to:
* Utilise a computer and appropriate programs for word-processing, basic statistical analysis and the retrieval of information through the world wide web (www).
* Describe the various research approaches and designs, and the statistical (if appropriate) treatments accompanying them. Demonstrate an understanding of how various research designs control for threats to validity and reliability. Demonstrate a basic understanding of probability, null hypotheses, hypothesis testing, measures of central tendency and variability, and the Normal distribution/ sampling error.

Content:
Word processing; preparation of spreadsheets; use of statistical software packages; Retrieval of sources of information (library and www); Research design and experimental control; Basic statistical techniques; Literature Reviewing; Referencing.
Click here for further informationProgramme availability:

HL10040 is a Designated Essential Unit on the following programmes:

Department for Health
  • UHHL-AFB01 : BSc (hons) Sport and Exercise Science (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UHHL-ACB04 : BSc (hons) Sport and Exercise Science with Combined Professional Placement & Study Abroad (Full-time with Combined Placement) - Year 1
  • UHHL-AKB04 : BSc (hons) Sport and Exercise Science with Professional Placement (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1
  • UHHL-AAB02 : BSc (hons) Sport and Exercise Science with Study Year Abroad (Full-time with Study Year Abroad) - Year 1

NB. Programmes and units are subject to change at any time, in accordance with normal University procedures.