The subjects of this course are basic statistic methods with focus on geographical data. The course presents distributions, populations, statistical analysis and error-propagation. The course starts with an introduction to normal statistical methods used in geography, covering descriptive stats, correlation and hypothesis testing. The course further provides knowledge about methods especially used in geographical statistics, e.g. regional variable theory and spatial regression and error propagation in geographical analysis.

NOTE: This is an internet based course. You are not supposed to travel to Lund to attend. The course is part of LUMA-GIS, the master program in GIS, but it is also possible to study this course outside the program. You can read more about the master program, the admission requirements and other rules and regulations on the homepage of LUMA-GIS.

Teaching consists of lectures and practical exercises that you will submit to the teachers. The course ends with a written exam.