University of Amsterdam
Methods and Statistics in Social Sciences Specialization

Early bird sale! Unlock 10,000+ courses from Google, Microsoft, and more for £160/year. Save now.

University of Amsterdam

Methods and Statistics in Social Sciences Specialization

Critically Analyze Research and Results Using R. Learn to recognize sloppy science, perform solid research and do appropriate data analysis.

Emiel van Loon
Gerben Moerman
Annemarie Zand Scholten

Instructors: Emiel van Loon

111,795 already enrolled

Included with Coursera Plus

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.6

(4,290 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
3 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.6

(4,290 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
3 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

 logos of Petrobras, TATA, Danone, Capgemini, P&G and L'Oreal

Advance your subject-matter expertise

  • Learn in-demand skills from university and industry experts
  • Master a subject or tool with hands-on projects
  • Develop a deep understanding of key concepts
  • Earn a career certificate from University of Amsterdam

Specialization - 5 course series

Quantitative Methods

Quantitative Methods

Course 129 hours

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Research Design
Category: Research Methodologies
Category: Scientific Methods
Category: Sampling (Statistics)
Category: Surveys
Category: Ethical Standards And Conduct
Category: Social Sciences
Category: Science and Research
Category: Quantitative Research
Category: Research
Category: Experimentation
Qualitative Research Methods

Qualitative Research Methods

Course 223 hours

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Qualitative Research
Category: Interviewing Skills
Category: Ethical Standards And Conduct
Category: Research Methodologies
Category: Scientific Methods
Category: Report Writing
Category: Social Sciences
Category: Data Collection
Category: Research
Category: Research Design
Basic Statistics

Basic Statistics

Course 317 hours

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Probability
Category: Regression Analysis
Category: Statistical Inference
Category: Correlation Analysis
Category: Statistical Hypothesis Testing
Category: Sampling (Statistics)
Category: Descriptive Statistics
Category: Probability Distribution
Category: Sample Size Determination
Category: Scientific Methods
Category: Statistics
Inferential Statistics

Inferential Statistics

Course 414 hours

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Statistical Inference
Category: Statistical Hypothesis Testing
Category: Regression Analysis
Category: Statistical Methods
Category: Statistical Analysis
Category: R Programming
Category: Probability & Statistics
Category: Sampling (Statistics)
Category: Quantitative Research
Category: Probability Distribution

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Research Methodologies
Category: Research Reports
Category: Data Collection
Category: Research Design
Category: Qualitative Research
Category: Data Analysis
Category: Survey Creation
Category: Experimentation
Category: Descriptive Statistics
Category: Surveys
Category: Research
Category: Statistical Analysis

Earn a career certificate

Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV. Share it on social media and in your performance review.

Instructors

Emiel van Loon
University of Amsterdam
2 Courses328,647 learners
Gerben Moerman
University of Amsterdam
1 Course110,252 learners

Offered by

Why people choose Coursera for their career

Felipe M.
Learner since 2018
"To be able to take courses at my own pace and rhythm has been an amazing experience. I can learn whenever it fits my schedule and mood."
Jennifer J.
Learner since 2020
"I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my courses to an exciting new project at work."
Larry W.
Learner since 2021
"When I need courses on topics that my university doesn't offer, Coursera is one of the best places to go."
Chaitanya A.
"Learning isn't just about being better at your job: it's so much more than that. Coursera allows me to learn without limits."
Coursera Plus

Open new doors with Coursera Plus

Unlimited access to 10,000+ world-class courses, hands-on projects, and job-ready certificate programs - all included in your subscription

Advance your career with an online degree

Earn a degree from world-class universities - 100% online

Join over 3,400 global companies that choose Coursera for Business

Upskill your employees to excel in the digital economy

Frequently asked questions