Sports Science MA, Research Methods and Statistics, 15 credits

Course objectives

After completing this course, students should be able to:

- Identify sports-related research problems for qualitative and quantitative data collection and compare different collection methods. 
- Independently organize and analyze data qualitatively and quantitatively. 
- Critically examine the reliability and validity of qualitative and quantitative methods.
- Justify methodological choices based on research questions and study design. 
- Critically review, discuss, and present research questions and methodological choices.
- Explore foundational ethical principles in sports science research.

Content

- Qualitative data analysis
- Bivariate and multivariate statistical analyses
- Practical application of qualitative and quantitative research methods in sports science
- Research process, problemformulation, and study design
- Problematisation of ethical aspects concerning research in sports science

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 psychology, sports nutrition, sports medicine, training sciences.

AND

English level 2/ English course 6 from Swedish Upper Secondary School or equivalent.

Selection rules and procedures

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

Teaching form

A range of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, discussions, practical elements, and webinars are used. The course is mainly conducted online and in English.

Examination form

1001: Module 1 - Portfolio, 4 Credits
Grade scale: Two-grade scale
Course work

1002: Module 2 - Individual report, 3 Credits
Grade scale: Three-grade scale
Individual written qualitative report

1003: Module 3 - Individual report, 3 Credits
Grade scale: Three-grade scale
Individual written quantitative report

1004: Module 4 - Oral and written assignment, 5 Credits
Grade scale: Three-grade scale
Project plan

Grading criteria for the subject can be found at www.miun.se/betygskriterier.

The examiner has the right to offer alternative examination arrangements to students who have been granted the right to special suport by Mid Sweden Universitys disabilities advisor.

Grading system

Three-grade scale

Other information

Course certificate, credit transer, appeal, etc are regulated by the Higher Education Ordinance.