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GIS: Research Methodology

Course · 5 credits

Description

The aim of the course is knowledge and understanding of basic philosophy of science, skills and ability to use tools for literature search, plan a scientific work based on applicable theories and use adequate presentation tools for conveyance of scientific information. You also learn to compile, evaluate and discuss choice of materials and analytical methods to solve a given problem, and critical analysis of source material.

The main objective of this course is to provide essential knowledge and skills for conducting scientific research. You will acquire useful training in library knowledge, and you will be encouraged to explore the possibilities to use information obtained from various sources and data bases. You are introduced to the fundamentals in scientific theory and scientific models such as realism, idealism, empiricism and positivism. The course cover research methods that are common in all kinds of scientific research, and you will learn a range of quantitative and qualitative research methods. You will also gain knowledge and training in argumentation theory, aiming to provide a valuable tool for them in academic writing.

Course content

The course consists of four parts:

  • Library knowledge. In this part, various tools and methods for literature search are studied.
  • Theory of Science. This part deals with basic scientific theory, various concepts such as realism, idealism, empiricism and positivism.
  • Research methodology. The part deals with both quantitative and qualitative methods. Interview techniques and participatory observation methods.
  • Argumentation theory. In this part of the course, you develop skills in identifying and analyzing sustainable and unsustainable arguments in, for example, text material. The focus is on different types of arguments such as deductive and inductive.

Closed for applications

Application opportunities

Contact

Professor

David Tenenbaum

Email: david [dot] tenenbaum [at] nateko [dot] lu [dot] se

Requirements and selection

Entry requirements

Entry to the course requires general entry requirements, English B/6 and at least 180 credits.

Selection criteria

Seats are allocated according to: ECTS (HPAV): 100 %.

English language requirements

Most of Lund University’s programmes require English Level 6 (unless otherwise stated under 'Entry requirements'). This is the equivalent of an overall IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 90. There are several ways to prove your English language proficiency – check which proof is accepted at the University Admissions in Sweden website. All students must prove they meet English language requirements by the deadline, in order to be considered for admission.

How to prove your English proficiency – universityadmissions.se

Country-specific requirements

Check if there are any country-specific eligibility rules for you to study Bachelor's or Master's studies in Sweden:

Country-specific requirements for Bachelor's studies – universityadmissions.se

Country-specific requirements for Master's studies – universityadmissions.se

Apply

Start Autumn Semester 2024

Mixed-time Lund, part time 17%

In English, distance learning

No mandatory meetings

Study period

2 September 2024 - 19 January 2025

Application

You can only apply for this course in the 'Swedish student' application round. Find out more: Applying for studies – when to apply

Start Autumn Semester 2024

Mixed-time Lund, part time 33%

In English, distance learning

No mandatory meetings

Study period

4 November 2024 - 19 January 2025

Application

You can only apply for this course in the 'Swedish student' application round. Find out more: Applying for studies – when to apply

Start Spring Semester 2025

Mixed-time Lund, part time 17%

In English, distance learning

No mandatory meetings

Study period

20 January 2025 - 8 June 2025

Application

You can only apply for this course in the 'Swedish student' application round. Find out more: Applying for studies – when to apply

Start Spring Semester 2025

Mixed-time Lund, part time 33%

In English, distance learning

No mandatory meetings

Study period

24 March 2025 - 8 June 2025

Application

You can only apply for this course in the 'Swedish student' application round. Find out more: Applying for studies – when to apply

How to apply

Lund University uses a national application system run by University Admissions in Sweden. It is only possible to apply during the application periods.

When to apply for studies

Step 1: Apply online

  • Check that you meet the entry requirements of the programme or course you are interested in (refer to the section above on this webpage).
  • Start your application – go to the University Admissions in Sweden website where you create an account and select programmes/courses during the application period.
    Visit the University Admissions in Sweden website
  • Rank your programme/course choices in order of preference and submit them before the application deadline.

Step 2: Submit documents

  • Read about how to document your eligibility and how to submit your documents at the University Admissions in Sweden website. Follow any country-specific document rules for Master's studies or Bachelor's studies
    Country-specific requirements for Bachelor's studies – universityadmissions.se
    Country-specific requirements for Master's studies – universityadmissions.se
     
  • Get all your documents ready:
    - official transcripts and high school diploma (Bachelor's applicants)
    - official transcripts and degree certificate or proof that you are in the final year of your Bachelor's (Master's applicants)
    - passport/ID (all applicants) and
    - proof of English proficiency (all applicants).
     
  • Prepare programme-specific documents if stated in the next paragraph on this webpage.
  • Upload or send all required documents to University Admissions before the document deadline.
  • Pay the application fee (if applicable – refer to the section below on this webpage) before the document deadline.

* Note that the process is different if you are applying as an exchange student or as a part of a cooperation programme (such as Erasmus+).
* If you have studied your entire Bachelor's programme in Sweden and all of your academic credits are in Ladok, you do not have to submit transcripts or your diploma when applying for a Master's programme. However, there may still be other documents you need to submit! See the link below. 
Svensk student? 
Läs instruktionerna om att söka till ett internationellt masterprogram på lu.se

Tuition fees

Non-EU/EEA citizens

Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 11 250

First payment: SEK 11 250

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Citizens of a country outside of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland are required to pay tuition fees. You pay one instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each semester.

Tuition fees, payments and exemptions

EU/EEA citizens and Switzerland

There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.

Application fee

If you are required to pay tuition fees, you are generally also required to pay an application fee of SEK 900 when you apply at the University Admissions in Sweden website. You pay one application fee regardless of how many programmes or courses you apply to.


*Note that there are no tuition or application fees for exchange students or doctoral/PhD students, regardless of their nationality.

Scholarships & funding

Lund University Global Scholarship programme

The Lund University Global Scholarship programme is a merit-based and selective scholarship targeted at top academic students from countries outside the EU/EEA.

Lund University Global Scholarship

Within the framework of the Lund University Global Scholarship programme, the University also offers the African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Scholarship targeted at top academic students from selected African research universities.

ARUA Scholarship

Swedish Institute Scholarships

The Swedish Institute offers scholarships to international students applying for studies in Sweden at Master's level.

Scholarship information on the Swedish Institute website

Country-specific scholarships and funding options

Lund University has agreements with scholarship organisations and funding bodies in different countries, which may allow applicants to apply for funding or scholarships in their home countries for their studies at Lund University.

Country-specific scholarships

External scholarships

Information about scholarships from external organisations