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BEV2002

Observational Studies

Credits 7.5
Level Intermediate course, level II
Course start Autumn 2010
Duration 1 semester
Examination arrangement Written examination

About

About the course

Course content

Various topics related to the conduct of an observational study will be lectured. Central topics include choice of study design and statistical analyses, presentation and interpretation of results, as well as assessment of validity and causality in observational studies. Methods for data collection in large samples, with special focus on the use of questionnaires will also be taught.

Learning outcome

The students should acquire knowledge in study design and methods related to observational studies in movement and sports science.

Learning methods and activities

42 hours lectures/exercises/group work. The course is reserved for students admitted to the major in Human Movement and Sports Science. Exchange students interested in the course must consult the Department for possible admission

Compulsory assignments

  • 70% participation in exercises

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Samfunnsvitenskap (BSV)

Required previous knowledge

BEV1003 and three of the following courses: BEV1001, BEV1002, BEV1004, BEV1005, BEV1006, BEV1007.

Course materials

Information will be given at the beginning of the semester.

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From
BEV2007 7.5 sp
IDR1505 7.5 sp
IDR1508 7.5 sp
This course has academic overlap with the courses in the table above. If you take overlapping courses, you will receive a credit reduction in the course where you have the lowest grade. If the grades are the same, the reduction will be applied to the course completed most recently.

Subject areas

  • Human Movement Science
  • Sport Science

Contact information

There is no contact information available for this course.

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters

Ordinary examination - Autumn 2010

Skriftlig
Weighting 100/100 Date 2010-12-17 Time 09:00 Duration 3 timer Place and room Not specified yet.

Re-sit examination - Autumn 2010

Skriftlig
Weighting 100/100 Duration 3 timer Place and room Not specified yet.

Ordinary examination - Spring 2011

Skriftlig
Weighting 100/100 Date 2011-05-30 Time 09:00 Duration 3 timer Place and room Not specified yet.

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