Applied statistics in the Natural Sciences

Education facts

Code: GSN10A

The course addresses research questions that can be studied using quantitative methodology, focusing on study design and fundamental statistical concepts. Principles for conducting and analysing statistical investigations are introduced. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation of results and drawing conclusions based on statistical significance, effect size, and generalisability. Students are also given a practical introduction to handling empirical data using a statistical software package. Main components include: - Fundamental statistical concepts such as variable, distribution, parameter, randomness, and variation - Measures of central tendency and dispersion, and appropriate graphical techniques - Uncertainty in estimations, hypothesis testing, interpretation of p-values, and statistical power - Common statistical tests (parametric and non-parametric) for group comparisons - Correlation - Linear regression - Validity and generalisability - Use of computer-based statistical software

Entry requirements

Result equivalent to 90 credits inom ett av huvudområdena Mat- och måltidsvetenskap, Miljövetenskap, eller Landskapsvetenskap and English 6 or equivalent.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Applied statistics in the Natural Sciences

  Kristianstad University

  Flexibel

  Start date: 18 January 2027

  End date: 28 March 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %