Quantitative Research Methods (MPH100)
This is an introductory course in statistics and quantitative research methods. The course focuses on the understanding of fundamental concepts, and corresponding terminology, related to different quantitative research methods and statistical analyses.
Course description for study year 2024-2025
Course code
MPH100
Version
2
Credits (ECTS)
5
Semester tution start
Autumn
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Autumn
Language of instruction
English
Content
- Quantitative research methods and statistics
Learning outcome
A candidate who has completed this course should have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills, and general competence:
Knowledge
The student
- Know the basic concepts and principles of descriptive statistics
- Know the basic concepts and principles of bivariate analyses
- Know the basic concepts and principles of regression analyses
Skills
The student
- Can perform descriptive analyses of a data set using SPSS and interpret the results
- Can perform the appropriate bivariate analyses of a data set in SPSS and interpret the results
- Can perform simple regression analyses of a data set in SPSS and interpret the results
General competence
The student
- Can critically appraise the appropriateness and quality of basic statistical analyses in scientific publications
Required prerequisite knowledge
Exam
Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
---|---|---|---|---|
Written exam | 1/1 | 4 Hours | Letter grades | Approved, basic calculator, Own notes 1), Scantron, |
1) A one-sided A4 sheet with your own notes can be taken into the exam
The assessment is a written school exam.A one-sided A4 sheet with your own notes can be taken into the exam. The note can either be handwritten or printed and can be in either english or a scandinavian langauge.
Coursework requirements
Course teacher(s)
Course coordinator:
Jo RøislienStudy Program Director:
Per Kristian HyldmoMethod of work
Overlapping courses
Course | Reduction (SP) |
---|---|
Scientific Methods (MPH100_1) | 5 |
Scientific Methods (FXSM100_1) | 5 |
Scientific Methods, Scientific Methods ( FXSM100_1 MPH100_1 ) | 15 |