Data Analysis for Earth Sciences
Summary
Are you curious about elementary coding, basic statistical measures and test and how to scientifically describe results - with a focus on Earth Sciences?
The Data Analysis for Earth Sciences course will provide you with skills in these areas with a focus on geological, hydrological and climate related data.
About
The aim of the course is to provide you with knowledge of data analysis for Earth Sciences:
- Basic statistical measures and tests, such as statistical significance, graphs, confidence intervals, etc.
- Elementary coding.
- Scientific writing: how to describe and summarize results, how to write a caption.
- How to select appropriate data analysis methods for geological, hydrological and climate-related data
The course is part of the Bachelor’s Programme in Earth Sciences and is a compulsory course. The course is also offered as a freestanding course.
Teaching
The teaching consists of:
- lectures
- computer-based exercises
- reading of literature
- supervision.
Language of instruction: English.
The teaching is carried out by dedicated teachers who are researchers in the field. The course has a strong research and labour market connection, which you as a student will benefit from.
Prerequisites and selection
Requirements
Admission to the course requires basic knowledge of statistical analysis in a successfully completed course, for example GVN400 Investigation Methods in Earth Sciences, or equivalent, and at least 60 credits in the main field of Earth Sciences. Students with equivalent education, can after review and approval, be given access to the course.
Selection
Selection is based upon the number of credits from previous university studies, maximum 165 credits.
After graduation
If you study Earth Science, you have good career opportunities both in Sweden and abroad. You can choose to work in industry, as a consultant, project manager or in public administration.
Our former students work, for example, with natural resource management, environmental issues and urban planning, you also have great opportunities to focus on the particular area you are interested in.
Facilities
The Department of Earth Sciences' premises are located in central Gothenburg on Campus Medicinareberget. We are located in the Natrium building, which was inaugurated in 2023 and has state-of-the-art labs and lecture halls. Natrium brings together students and researchers in the Natural Science fields of Biology, Molecular biology, Chemistry, Marine Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Earth Sciences and Conservation.
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Exchange opportunities
If you are studying Earth Science at the University of Gothenburg, there are good opportunities for exchange studies during your studies. This is often seen as a good asset when applying for jobs, as many jobs require international collaboration.
We have over 100 agreements within Erasmus and other exchange programs with universities around the world, both within and outside Europe.
