A free online course for social sciences researchers
Learn how to find, evaluate, and use data responsibly with this flexible, self-paced online course, open to social sciences researchers at WRDTP universities. Designed for those beginning their own research projects, it offers a practical introduction to sourcing and working with social research data.
The course has been designed by the UK Data Service in collaboration with the White Rose Doctoral Training Partnership, the Midlands Graduate School and the Scottish Graduate School of Social Science.
What does the course include?
The course consists of eight short modules that you can take in any order and revisit as needed. Complete all eight modules to receive a certificate of completion:
- Types and sources of data
- Introduction to the UK Data Service
- Understanding Society (UKHLS): Data and research potential
- Finding and evaluating data sources
- Sourcing data ethically
- Getting started with datasets
- Exploring and preparing quantitative data
- Doing Reproducible Research
How to access the course
The course is hosted on the UK Data Service Moodle. Follow the link below to self-enrol using your university email address (please note that the name you provide at registration will appear on your certificate of completion). For support, contact ukdstraining@manchester.ac.uk, quoting ‘WRDTP’ in the subject of your email.
Your data
The UK Data Service collects personal information you provide at registration and in your interactions with the course materials. To evaluate the course, the UK Data Service will access and analyse anonymised data on usage. The UK Data Service may also process and pass on information to the White Rose DTP (your name and the modules accessed and completed). No information will be used to assess individual participation or performance.
