The course introduces students quantitative research. The course is organized into two parts. In part one, the quantitative research paradigm is highlighted, along with issues related to research ethics and research quality. Thereafter, emphasize is given on survey research design as one of the most common quantitative research strategies. More concretely, typical steps in survey research design are presented and applied. In the second part of the course, various methods of data analysis are presented. There will be exercises in descriptive and inferential statistical analysis, using real-world survey data. The important part of the course is to engage students in the identification of potential sources of bias related to survey design.

Starts and ends:

week 36, 2024 - week 45, 2024

Study Rate:

50%

Location:

Borlänge

Time of Day:

Day

Teaching form:

Normal

Language:

English

Other:

P: Course only offered as part of programme.

Entry Qualifications :

60 credits

Selection :

Guaranteed admission

Application Code:

HDA-H3KCJ

Main field of study:

Tourism Studies

Tuition Fee

First Tuition Fee Installment:: 10,875 SEK
Total Tuition Fee:: 10,875 SEK

EU/EEA Citizens or exchange students are not required to pay fees.
Information on application and tuition fees: www.universityadmissions.se.

Closed for late application

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