Course - Methods and Statistics - BEV1012
Methods and Statistics
About
About the course
Course content
The course provides the student with basic knowledge of research methods and analysis of quantitative data in movement science. The course deals with key study designs and basic statistical concepts, in addition to basic tools for critical reading of research articles. Through lectures and exercises, students gain knowledge of and skills in basic statistical analyzes and how the results from these can be presented and avaluated.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The student has knowledge of
- key study designs and their characteristics
- descriptive statistics
- basic statistical concepts and statistical analysis
- how results from statistical analyzed can be presented and evaluated
Skills
The student has the ability to
- perform basic statistical analyzes
- read and evaluate results based on quantitative data
General competence
- The student has the ability to understand, use and evaluate basic research methods and statistical analyzes within human movement science
Learning methods and activities
The course has lectures throughout the whole semester. The teaching will be given as lectures, digital resources, and compulsory exercises.
Compulsory assignments
- Approved report
Further on evaluation
- Throughout the semester, the students will work on exercises related to the topics presented and discussed in the lectures.
- Compulsory activity: Towards the end of the semester, a practice report must be submitted and approved in order to sit for the exam. The report must contain elements from the various exercises in the subject, and be delivered as a group response. Further details will be given at the start of the semester.
- The compulsory activities are approved for 4 years and within this time period the students can resit the examination only.
- If there is a re-sit examination, the examination form may be changed.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Human Movement Science (BBEV)
Human Movement Science (ÅBEV)
Required previous knowledge
The course is reserved for students admitted to the bachelor's programme, and one-year programme in Human Movement Science.
Course materials
Information will be given at the beginning of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| BEV1003 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2011 |
Subject areas
- Health Science
- Sport Science
- Human Movement Science
Contact information
Course coordinator
Lecturers
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025
School exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.