Current active course description (last updated 2022/23)
Scientific Work and Research Methods in S & C
IDR2007
Current active course description (last updated 2022/23)
Scientific Work and Research Methods in S & C
IDR2007
Through the course, the student will gain insight into scientific work and research related to training and physical activity.
Through the course, the student will gain insight into scientific work and research related to exercise and physical activity. The course will cover both humanities, social sciences and natural science research traditions. Based on this course, they will be able to go on and write a bachelor's thesis.
Admission to the programme
Admission to the programme of study requires Higher Education Entrance Qualifications.
Applicants who do not have Higher Education Entrance Qualifications and are 25 years of age or older may apply for admission based on their prior learning and work experience.
Knowledge:
Students will:
- possess the necessary knowledge about methodology
- have knowledge about theory and concepts in relation to creating scientific pieces of work
- have knowledge about various forms of research and development work and how they are conducted
- have knowledge about the history, traditions, distinctive character and position in society of research work
- understand ethical challenges involved in research
- have knowledge about humanist, social science and scientific research traditions
- have knowledge about qualitative and quantitative methods
Skills:
Students will:
- Have knowledge about key topics within the philosophy of science and philosophy
- be able to apply academic knowledge and relevant results from research and development work to practical and/or theoretical issues
- be able to acquire new and updated knowledge
- demonstrate the ability to make informed choices
- be able to develop a thesis statement
- be able to master relevant tools, techniques and forms of expression in relation to different types of research
- be able to analyse textual material
- be able to apply both qualitative and quantitative research methods.
General competence:
Students will:
- have insight into relevant academic and professional issues of an ethical nature regarding scientific work
- be able to plan and carry out work tasks and projects that apply to the course
- master applicable working methods in accordance with ethical requirements and guidelines
- be able to convey key subject matter and research in writing, orally and through relevant forms of expression
Semester fees and course literature.
Compulsory for students taking the Bachelor in Strength and Conditioning. Elective course for other students.
Lectures and practical trials.
The programme of study is evaluated annually by the students through course surveys (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are part of the University’s quality assurance system.
Composite assessment:
- Compulsory participation 80%, represents 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved/Not approved.
- Portfolio - 4 pieces of written work to be answered in groups of up to two candidates. Guidance is given on the work. The candidate finally delivers an overall portifolio and is given an overall grade, represents 50/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E, Best A, Fail F.
- Written examination, 3 Hours. Represents 50/100 of the grade. Grading scale A-E, Best A, Fail F.
None.
Overlap refers to a similarity between courses with the same content. Therefore, you will receive the following reduction in credits if you have taken the courses listed below:
KR220L - Bachelor's Thesis - 5 credits