GRADUATION THESIS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
PES402	GRADUATION THESIS	8	2	1	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assoc.Prof. MEHMET SOYAL
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to teach Data Collection Tools in Scientific Research, Data Collection and Analysis in Scientific Research, Reporting and Presentation of a Scientific Research Project.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Scientific Research Topics, Defining the Problem in Scientific Research. Formation of Hypotheses in Scientific Research, Selection of Quantitative or Qualitative Method, Selection of Population and Sample, Determination of Appropriate Methods for Research.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
explain what scientific research means
distinguishes qualitative research examples.
Can report research findings and results. He/she writes the research results according to a determined directive.
knows the analysis of qualitative data. Knows the analysis of quantitative data.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	literature review	Scientific Research Topics	Internet use, writing
2	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Scientific Research Topics	Internet use, writing
3	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Scientific Research Topics	Internet use, writing
4	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Formation of Hypotheses in Scientific Research	Internet use, writing
5	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Method Selection in Scientific Research	Internet use, writing
6	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Method Selection in Scientific Research	Internet use, writing
7	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Population and Sample Selection in Scientific Research	Internet use, writing
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Data Collection Techniques in Scientific Research	Internet use, writing
10	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Data Collection Techniques in Scientific Research	Internet use, writing
11	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Data Analysis in Scientific Research	Internet use, writing
12	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Data Analysis in Scientific Research	Internet use, writing
13	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Reporting of Projects	Internet use, writing
14	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Presentation of Projects	Internet use, writing
15	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Presentation of Projects	Internet use, writing
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Cohen, L., Manion, L., & Morrison, K. (2002). Research methods in education. routledge.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to identify the concepts related to Physical Education and Sports Sciences.
2	Student will be able to discuss training organization and its functioning with the knowledge gained in the subjects such as performance measurement, training plan preparation, talent selection and technical-tactical training.
3	Student will be able to describe and relate the concepts of physical education and sports science with the theories of training science.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to identify the needs for sports activities of groups with different characteristics, such as age, gender, and persons with special needs.
2	Student will be able to analyze data and results for current applications in the field of Training science by using scientific research methods and techniques.
3	Student will be able to execute the measurement activities in order to determine the motor development, sports performance and fitness characteristics, to use the equipment, technology and software needed for these activities and to analyze the results of the evaluation.
4	Student will be able to solve the problems related to sport sciences and coaching profession applications with a critical and inquisitive point of view, based on knowledge of the literature he/she has.
5	Student will be able to choose the appropriate training method according to the characteristics of the group and the environment and to formulate the training program by taking these differences into consideration.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to administer projects, activities, social and sports activities in collaborative group studies and to solve possible problems that might be encountered within the process.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to recognize the importance of professional development by following scientific, technological and current developments related with coaching.
2	Student will be able to behave in accordance with the need to be open to change and life-long learning.
3	Student will be able to develop the teaching skills required by the profession according to different teaching methods.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to express his/her knowledge and thoughts about the field in a fluent and understandable manner both written and verbally.
2	Student will be able to use his/her knowledge and competence in coaching practices more effectively with his/her social life and communication skills in sports activities, organizations and studies carried out at national and international levels.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to describe accepted ethical values and legal regulations in the field of sport sciences and in social life, and to apply the relevant articles in the legislation in case of need.
2	By utilizing the existing historical and theoretical knowledge of the field, student will be able to recognize problems related to skills selection, performance development, physical activity for sports and special groups for all, and to solve these problems based on ethical values.
3	By using personality traits with the social skills required by the coaching profession; student will be able to arrange specific project, organization and works with sustainable societal and social content specific with the field.
4	Student will be able to administer technical and tactical skills in the relevant performance sports and selected sports branches that he / she determines as his / her area of expertise, and to formulate specific training programs for the branch.

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	0	0	0
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	14	1	14
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	14	6	84
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	2	2
Preparation for the Final Exam	0	0	0
Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	43	0	128