HSE732 - Evidence-Based Practice and Program Evaluation in Sport Science
Unit details
| Year | 2026 unit information |
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| Enrolment modes | Trimester 1: Online |
| Credit point(s) | 1 |
| EFTSL value | 0.125 |
| Unit chair | Trimester 1: Samantha Hoffmann |
| Cohort rule | This unit is only available to students enrolled in H507 Graduate Certificate of Applied Sport Science, H607 Graduate Diploma of Applied Sport Science and H707 Master of Applied Sport Science. |
| Prerequisite | Nil |
| Corequisite | Nil |
| Incompatible with | HSE722, HSE723 |
| Educator-facilitated (scheduled) learning activities - online unit enrolment | Online independent and collaborative learning activities including 5 x 1 hour online seminars in weeks 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9 |
| Typical study commitment | Students will on average spend 150 hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit. |
Content
This unit introduces students to the scientific process and data analysis techniques, essential for the daily work of sports scientists. Students will explore various stages of the scientific process, from conducting a literature review to statistical test selection, with practical examples tailored to sports science contexts. Formative and summative assessments will guide students in applying research methodologies and program evaluation skills, while feedback aids in refinement. Students will gain proficiency in data management, statistical analysis, and interpretation. Students will develop skills across diverse media formats, including reports and infographics, to effectively communicate findings to key partners and end-users such as athletes, coaches, and managers. This unit will prepare students for impactful contributions in the field of sports science through evidence-based research and evaluation.
Learning outcomes
Each unit in your course is a building block towards Deakin's Graduate Learning Outcomes - not all units develop and assess every Graduate Learning Outcome (GLO).
| ULO | These are the Unit Learning Outcomes (ULOs) for this unit. At the completion of this unit, successful students can: | Alignment to Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes (GLOs) |
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| ULO1 | Describe the principles of program evaluation and apply the requisite skills in the context of a sport environment. | GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities |
| ULO2 | Gather and analyse multiple forms of data, synthesise and present the associated findings to inform evidence-based practice in Sports Science. | GLO4: Critical thinking |
| ULO3 | Locate, review and critically evaluate the empirical literature on a specific sport science practice, to identify its efficacy and current knowledge gaps. | GLO2: Communication |
| ULO4 | Describe how a sporting organisation or club could evaluate a sport science practice. | GLO2: Communication |
| ULO5 | Communicate research findings for both scientific and non-scientific audiences using a range of communication media. | GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities |
Assessment
| Assessment description | Student output | Grading and weighting (% total mark for unit) | Indicative due week |
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| Assessment 1: Program Evaluation (Qualitative) | 1500 words | 35% |
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| Assessment 2: Evaluation Proposal | 1500 words | 30% |
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| Assessment 3: Program Evaluation (Quantitative) | 1250-word report, 1 page infographic | 35% |
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The assessment due weeks provided may change. The Unit Chair will clarify the exact assessment requirements, including the due date, at the start of the teaching period.
Learning resource
The texts and reading list for HSE732 can be found via the University Library.
Note: Select the relevant trimester reading list. Please note that a future teaching period's reading list may not be available until a month prior to the start of that teaching period so you may wish to use the relevant trimester's prior year reading list as a guide only.
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