Information Package / Course Catalogue
Research Projects in Sports Science II
Course Code: AEB418
Course Type: Required
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 4
Objectives of the Course

The aim of this course is to enable students to transform the research problem and project idea developed within the scope of Research Project I into a scientific research proposal in accordance with the application requirements and evaluation criteria of the TÜBİTAK 2209-A University Students Research Projects Support Program. The course aims to enable students to use scientific sources appropriately; develop the scientific merit, originality, research questions, hypotheses, aims, and objectives of the proposal; plan appropriate research methods, data collection, and data analysis procedures; prepare the project management, risk management, research facilities, and broader impact sections; and finalize the application file in terms of scientific and formal requirements.

Course Content

The aim, scope, application requirements, application process, research proposal form, and evaluation criteria of the TÜBİTAK 2209-A Program; selection and appropriate use of scientific sources, in-text citation, and preparation of an accurate reference list; the scope, scientific and practical significance of the research topic, existing knowledge, gaps in the literature, research problem, and originality; research questions, hypotheses, aims, and objectives; research design, variables, study group, population and sample, sampling method, and inclusion and exclusion criteria; data collection instruments, measurement methods, implementation protocol, and data analysis plan; project management, work schedule, task allocation, success criteria, risk management, research facilities, expenditure planning, and broader impact; preparation of the project abstract and keywords; and scientific and formal review and completion of the application file.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.Explains the aim, scope, application requirements, and evaluation criteria of the TÜBİTAK 2209-A Program.
2.Selects current and reliable scientific sources related to the research topic and prepares in-text citations and references in accordance with academic standards.
3.Identifies the research problem, gap in the literature, and originality of the proposed research by reviewing current scientific literature.
4.Formulates research questions, hypotheses, aims, and measurable objectives consistent with the research problem.
5.Plans the research design, variables, study group, data collection instruments, research procedure, and data analysis methods.
6.Develops the project schedule, division of responsibilities, success criteria, risks, contingency plans, research facilities, and broader impact.
7.Prepares and presents a coherent TÜBİTAK 2209-A research proposal in accordance with scientific, ethical, and formal requirements.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Büyüköztürk, Ş., Kılıç Çakmak, E., Akgün, Ö. E., Karadeniz, Ş. ve Demirel, F. (2025). Eğitimde bilimsel araştırma yöntemleri (37. bs.). Pegem Akademi.
2.Creswell, J. W. ve Creswell, J. D. (2022). Research design: Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches (6th ed.). SAGE Publications.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
TÜBİTAK 2209-A University Students Research Projects Support Program, use of scientific sources, and reference-list preparation: The aim, scope, application requirements, responsibilities of the project leader and project partners, role of the academic supervisor, application process, research proposal form, and evaluation criteria of the program. Selection of current, reliable, and scientific sources related to the research topic, appropriate use of sources in the project text, preparation of in-text citations, and compilation of an accurate reference list.
Week 2 - Theoretical
Writing the scientific background of the research proposal I: Explaining the scope and boundaries of the topic determined within the Research Project I course, defining the fundamental concepts addressed in the research, and establishing the general framework of the topic based on current scientific sources.
Week 3 - Theoretical
Writing the scientific background of the research proposal II: Explaining the scientific and practical significance of the research topic and classifying, comparing, and comprehensively synthesizing the existing body of knowledge based on current scientific studies.
Week 4 - Theoretical
Writing the scientific background of the research proposal III: Identifying gaps, inconsistencies, and unresolved problems in the existing body of knowledge, formulating the research problem based on the relevant literature, and providing a rationale for conducting the research.
Week 5 - Theoretical
Demonstrating the originality of the research proposal: Explaining how the proposed research differs from previous studies, how it addresses a gap in the literature, and what original scientific or practical contributions it is expected to make to the relevant field.
Week 6 - Theoretical
Formulating research questions and hypotheses: Writing clear, answerable, and measurable research questions that are consistent with the research problem and developing hypotheses appropriate to the nature and design of the research.
Week 7 - Theoretical
Writing the aim and objectives of the research: Clearly stating the overall aim of the research and developing specific objectives that are consistent with the overall aim, measurable, realistic, achievable, and time-bound.
Week 8 - Theoretical
Preparing the methodology section I: Determining and justifying the research design, defining the dependent, independent, and control variables, and evaluating the consistency among the research question, research aim, and methodology.
Week 9 - Theoretical
Preparing the methodology section II: Describing the study group, population and sample, sampling method, sample size, participant characteristics, inclusion and exclusion criteria, and the participant recruitment process.
Week 10 - Theoretical
Preparing the methodology section III: Describing the data collection instruments, tests, and measurement methods; evaluating the validity and reliability of the measurement instruments; and establishing the standardization procedures, measurement order, and data collection process.
Week 11 - Theoretical
Preparing the methodology section IV: Describing the experimental procedure, intervention protocol, or data collection process in detail according to the nature of the research. In intervention studies, explaining the duration, frequency, and intensity of the intervention, control conditions, and research setting. Determining the stages of the research process, selecting data analysis methods appropriate to the research variables and characteristics of the data, and developing the data analysis plan.
Week 12 - Theoretical
Preparing project management, risk management, research facilities, and broader impact sections: Determining research activities, division of responsibilities, project schedule, and success criteria; identifying potential risks and developing feasible contingency plans; and planning the infrastructure, tools, materials, equipment, and research expenses. Explaining the anticipated scientific, academic, social, and educational outputs, expected benefits of the research, and its potential contribution to future projects.
Week 13 - Theoretical
Preparing the project abstract and keywords: Writing a clear, concise, and coherent project abstract that reflects the scientific background, methodology, project management, and broader impact of the research, and selecting appropriate keywords that accurately represent the research topic and scope.
Week 14 - Theoretical
Finalizing the application file in terms of scientific and formal requirements: Reviewing the consistency among the sections of the project proposal; evaluating the alignment among the research aim, methodology, and expected outputs; and checking scientific language, ethical compliance, and originality. Revising the application form in accordance with formal requirements, making the necessary corrections, and preparing the final version of the project proposal.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Attending Lectures1%10
Assignment1%10
Midterm Examination1%20
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory141242
Assignment1325
Project53435
Midterm Examination1628
Final Examination18210
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)100
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026