Information Package

Master's of Exercise and Sportive Performance with Thesis

SPS551

QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE

Course Code
SPS551
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
6
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelMaster's Degree With Thesis
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS6
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Recognizes the theoretical foundations of qualitative research and different qualitative research designs.
  2. Comprehends the importance of qualitative research in sports and exercise sciences.
  3. Learns the qualitative research process, its stages, the position of the researcher and the researched, data collection/data evaluation techniques, with examples from their applications in exercise and sports sciences.
  4. Can develop projects with qualitative approach in exercise and sports sciences.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionThis course covers the development of an understanding of qualitative research methods in sports and exercise sciences, examining examples of different qualitative research designs in sports research, the theoretical foundations of qualitative research methods, qualitative research stages, patterns, data collection and analysis methods, validity, reliability and ethics in qualitative research.
Course Contents
Recommended or Required Reading
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Project
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Assignment 1 40
Project 1 40
Total(%) 80
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 80
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 20
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 6 6
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 13 7 91
Preparation for Final exam 1 12 12
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 4 4
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 4 4
Homework 2 16 32
Total Work Load191
Total Work Load / 30 (h)6.36
ECTS Credit of the Course6
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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