2000 words
SCHOOL OF SOCIAL & HEALTH SCIENCE
Division of Sport and Exercise Science
Module Reference Number: sps307
Module Title: Managing Sports Development
Level: 3
Academic Session 2016/17
Semester: 3
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Title of Assignment: Unit 1 (2,000 word essay).
‘Alternative sports’ are structured and organised in different ways to traditional sports. In relation to a particular ‘alternative sport’ critically discuss the statement that although these alternative sports are becoming increasingly more attractive to a broadening demographic base they are still the preserve of the white male middle class and present specific challenges for the strategic development of sport.
Criteria for Assessment Content:
- Clarity of the abstract; - Clear introduction that introduces and defines the chosen topic; - Presentation, structure and organisation (academic content) - Meets the requirements of the assessment brief; - The range and relevance of the sources used in the research of the topic; - Relevant and appropriate references used to support claims and arguments made; - Structure and critical analysis of the issues; - Clarity of the conclusion and recommendations (ability to summarise and illuminate the issues presented).
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Assessment will take the form ofan Essay |
Scholarly (style) Guidelines
The marker will take into account:
- Logical flow and organisation
- Student's understanding of the topic area
- Ability to reflect on the process
- Grammar, spelling and punctuation
- Referencing (using the Harvard System, following UAD guidelines issued to each student)
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Presentation of work to include: - Student registration number (NOT name) - Title page, pages numbered - Word-processed using double line spacing, typeset Times New Roman size 12 |
Plagiarism and Study Skills- Please refer to the UAD guidelines regarding plagiarism. Help with referencing, grammar, avoiding plagiarism etc is available from the study skills tutors. |
Submission and Return of Work· Must be electronically submitted via Turnitin · Week31 Monday 3rdApril 2017 -11:59 pm · · An electronic copy must be submitted via Turnitin · Work that is submitted after this date without agreement one letter grade will be deducted for every day after the submission date. · Please retain a copy of this work. One letter grade will be deducted for every day after the submission date. · Return week 33 May 2017 |