The aim of this unit is to provide students with an opportunity to gain experience in a professional or community sporting organisation. Building upon the knowledge acquired in the previous units, students will be encouraged to independently perform tasks under supervision, and to lead the operations in a professional and ethical manner. This can be achieved in the form of an internship and/or a major research project with an industry partner. The unit will also prepare students with knowledge and skills to plan and execute a major body of research.

Unit details

Location:
Online Self-Paced
Study level:
Postgraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
SES7002

Prerequisites

SES6004 - Current Issues and Trends in Sport and

SFS6002 - Sport Integrity and Ethics

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
  1. Exhibit the theoretical and practical knowledge required to implement evidence-based practices appropriate for the environment in which they are operating;  
  2. Critically reflect on their own role in the industry, the relationships with other professionals in the team and the skills required to enter the workforce;  
  3. Exhibit an ability to work ethically and safely in the industry; and  
  4. Investigate a research question that is relevant to the industry partner to devise an outcome that can influence their practice.  

Assessment

Assessment type Description Grade
Other Students must submit a completed log book of hours 0%
Report Supervisor report 15%
Project Major research project report 50%
Assignment Reflective Journal (5 videos) 35%
Hurdle 1: To gain an overall pass in this unit, students must submit a completed log book of hours. This assessment item does not contribute to the final unit mark. Hurdle 2: Students must pass all assessments in order to pass the unit.

Where to next?

As part of a course

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