James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2022

SP4016 - Clinical Exercise Physiology Honours Part 2 of 2

Subject Description

This subject is the final of two subjects that constitute the Bachelor of Exercise Physiology (Clinical) Honours (Graduate entry) within the Institute of Sport and Exercise Science, when studied full time. Students in this subject will undertake a research project on an agreed topic under the supervision of an appropriate staff member from the Institute of Sport and Exercise Science.

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate the ability to review and critically appraise literature relevant to the chosen research topic
• Demonstrate the ability to design and undertake research in a systematic, scientific and ethical manner appropriate to the research area
• Demonstrate the ability to conduct appropriate analysis of the data collected and report logical conclusions from the research results
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate (oral and written) research findings to a range of audiences

Subject Assessment

As this subject is part of a subject chain, a final standard grade (e.g. P, C) will only be recorded for each subject after successful completion of all parts of the subject chain.

• Oral > Presentation 1 - (25%) - Individual
• Written > Thesis/dissertation - (75%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Special Assessment Requirements

Passing requirements: complete and submit all assessment items; achieve a cumulative score of at least 50% after the application of any penalties such as late penalties.

Availabilities