Beginners Guide to Quantitative Data Analysis
Workshop
Event date
Tuesday 13 October 2026, 2pm to 3.30pm
Location
Online only
Audience
Open to staff, students (postgraduate researchers only)
Admission
Free admission, booking required
Event details
This beginner-friendly workshop is designed for researchers who are collecting or working with quantitative data. We'll guide you through the essential steps of planning your data analysis - from clarifying research questions and identifying variable types, to selecting the most appropriate statistical tests. Whether you're just starting your project or preparing to analyse your dataset, this session will help you build confidence, avoid common mistakes, and make informed decisions about your analysis. No prior statistics knowledge is required.
Objectives / Outcomes
- Know how to create a data analysis plan for your research by identifying your variables, the type of data, and which statistical test to use
- Understand how to use a which statistical test tool
- Be confident in making decisions based upon the data you plan on collecting