Syllabus

Higher Education Diploma in Sport and Health Science

Code
GIH3G4
Points
7.5 Credits
Level
First Cycle
School
School of Health and Welfare
Subject field
Sport and Health Science (IDA)
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study
Sport and Health Science1
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study
1G1E
Approved
Approved, 09 June 2025.
This syllabus is valid from 09 June 2025.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • plan, conduct, and report a research project within sport and health science,
  • defend and critically review research projects within sport and health science.

Course Content

The course involves students designing and conducting a research project for a Diploma in Sport and Health Science. The course also addresses critical thinking, reflective skills, ethical considerations and communication abilities in both oral and written forms.

Assessment

  • Written thesis
  • Oral defense

Grades

The grading scale used for the final course grade is U–VG.

Grades are reported as follows:

  • Higher Education Diploma final project - 7.5 Credits | U–VG

Entry Requirements

  • 30 credits in Sport and Health Science, including Introduction to Scientific Writing and Research Methods 7,5 credits

Other Information

This course cannot be counted towards the same degree along with courses that have equivalent content.

If the student has received a decision/recommendation granting study support from Dalarna University because of a disability, then the examiner has the right to offer an alternative examination arrangement. The examiner takes into account the objectives in the course syllabus when deciding whether the examination can be adapted in accordance with the decision/recommendation.