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GEOG3006 - Quantitative Methods

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Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Assignment and Oral examination
Grade: Passed/Failed

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Oppgave 1/1
Muntlig eksamen

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 individual assignment (term paper) where they are able to apply method(s) relevant to their master`s thesis.

Learning outcome

The course gives the students deeper insight in the use of questionnaires and application of selected quantitative methods. Students should be able to apply these methods and techniques, overview their possibilities and limitations and give an adequate interpretation of the (analytical) results in their master thesis.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures: 10 hours. Seminars: 10 hours. Exercises: 8 hours. Exam: Individual assignment and oral exam. The grade for the individual assignment may be adjusted after the oral examination.
It is expected that compulsories and examinations must be completed in English. Exceptions must be clarified with the lecturer responsible for the course.

Compulsory assignments

  • Groupassignment and presentation and 4 SPSS exercises

Required previous knowledge

Bachelor degree or equivalent. Other relevant qualifications may be accepted by the Department of Geography.

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From To
AFR3002 7.5
AFR3005 7.5
GEOG3002 7.5
GEOG3004 7.5
GEOG3052 7.5
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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  AUTUMN 2017

Language of instruction: English

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Subject area(s)
  • Geography
  • Social Sciences
Contact information
Course coordinator:

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Geography

Examination

Examination arrangement: Assignment and Oral examination

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Spring ORD Muntlig eksamen
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Spring ORD Oppgave 1/1
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  • * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
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