In this course, accelerating social change, population ageing, and improved methodological tools are discussed in how they have allowed for extended knowledge, through the empirical examination of individual dynamics and societal shifts. In the course, relevant research methodologies for the study of life-course trajectories are introduced to further understand ageing processes, life-courses, and social change across individual and historical times. Furthermore, the role of time, in social research and relevant research methodologies are addressed. During the course a theoretical base within fundamental principles of research and research methods (for example cross-sectional and longitudinal studies), macro-, mezzo- and microdata, sampling and measurements are presented. Ethical considerations are also addressed, and the implications and challenges currently faced when conducting and interpreting life-course studies.
Social Science Research Methods I – Quantitative Research Design, Data Collection, and Analysis
7.5 creditsSocial Science Research Methods I – Quantitative Research Design, Data Collection, and Analysis, 7.5 credits
Autumn 2026, Half-time, Norrköping
Starts:
Autumn 2026
Start date:
02 November
End date:
17 January
Place of study:
Norrköping
Pace of study:
Half-time
Level:
Second cycle
Teaching form:
On-Campus
Education Time:
Day-time
Education Language:
English
Number of Places:
2
Specific requirements
- 150 credits of which 90 credits with progressive deepening within one main field of study.
- 5 credits method.
- 5 credits social sciences.
- English corresponding to the level of English in Swedish upper secondary education (Engelska 6 or Engelska nivå 2).
Exemption from Swedish.
Selection
Tuition fees
SEK 13500 - NB: Applies only to students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland.
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Ulrika Sund
Sebastian Croné
Susanne Kelfve
Social Science Research Methods I – Quantitative Research Design, Data Collection, and Analysis, 7.5 credits
Autumn 2026, Half-time, Norrköping
Starts:
Autumn 2026
Start date:
02 November
End date:
17 January
Place of study:
Norrköping
Pace of study:
Half-time
Level:
Second cycle
Teaching form:
Distance
Education Time:
Day-time
Number of Mandatory Sessions:
1
Education Language:
English
Number of Places:
2
Specific requirements
- 150 credits of which 90 credits with progressive deepening within one main field of study.
- 5 credits method.
- 5 credits social sciences.
- English corresponding to the level of English in Swedish upper secondary education (Engelska 6 or Engelska nivå 2).
Exemption from Swedish.
Selection
Tuition fees
SEK 13500 - NB: Applies only to students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland.