Quantitative methods: Survey construction and measurement
Ph.D. -course
- ECTS credits
- 1
- Teaching semesters
- Spring
- Course code
- GHIG923-A
- Number of semesters
- 1
- Resources
- Schedule
Course description
Course content
General content
The present course is sub-course A, one of three sub-courses of the overarching course on quantitative methods that covers a broad range of quantitative research methods and statistical analysis techniques. Sub-course A is on survey methodology (1 ECTS).
This sub-course will provide an introduction to survey research, relevant analysis technics and different forms of surveys.
Type of course
Methods
Learning outcomes
General learning objectives
This course seeks to promote and facilitate the rigorous use of quantitative approaches and good practices in designing and analyzing psychological research questions.
Knowledge
After completion of the course, the candidate
- Has knowledge of various approaches of data collection using survey designs.
- Has knowledge of various approaches of analyzing survey data structures.
Skills
After completion of the course, the candidate
- Can evaluate and select appropriate data analytical tools and software solutions.
- Can evaluate and select appropriate analysis in survey research.
- Can draw appropriate conclusions from survey research.
General competence
After completion of the course, the candidate
- Can master survey research designs.
- Can reflect upon different approaches to quantitative research methodology
Study period
Credits (ECTS)
1 ECT
Course location
Language of instruction
Course registration and deadlines
The course is not currently planned for this semester. For a list of planned courses visit PhD Courses and Seminars | Graduate School of Human Interaction and Growth | UiB
Pre-requirements
Master Degree in disciplines relevant to educational sciences, psychology and public health.
Compulsory Requirements
Form of assessment
Active participation and presentations in class. 80% attendance required.
Pass or fail.
Who may participate
Supplementary course information
The various steps and topics that are important in survey methodology will be presented in lectures and seminar-style discussions complemented with group work, hands-on exercises, and independent work.
3 days (6 hours per day)