Course content

The course pursues methodologies into a quantitative array of research schemes. It comprises four parts. (1) The course starts with lectures on questionnaire, (2) followed by group work on construction and presentation of a pilot questionnaire. Part 3 comprises lectures and exercises based on the use of a statistical software package (SPSS) for analysis of data. The main focus will be on statistical analyses of available data (database), however entering questionnaire data with further analyses may be an option. A research design comprising correlation and regression will be presented, as will other analytical techniques based on the students specific needs. In part 4, students will prepare an assignment in which they reflect on their choice of specific and appropriate methods and techniques directly related to their master thesis.

Learning outcome

The course gives the students deeper knowledge and broader experience in the application of quantitative methods and techniques in the subject. The course will also prepare the student for using appropriate quantitative methods in practice.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures: 10 hours, seminars: 10 hours, exercises: 8 hours.
Students must choose either GEOG3005 or GEOG3006

Compulsory assignments

• Groupassignment and presentation and 4 SPSS exercises

Recommended previous knowledge

See required previous knowledge.

Required previous knowledge

GEOG3003. Other relevant qualifications may be accepted by the Department of Geography. The course is optional /elective for those on the 5-year teacher training programme in Geography (master).

Credit reductions