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78085-01 - Lecture with practical courses: From Two to Many: Multivariate Statistics (1 CP)
| Semester | spring semester 2026 |
| Course frequency | Every spring sem. |
| Lecturers | Jean-Claude Walser (jean-claude.walser@unibas.ch, Assessor) |
| Content | One trait can be interesting. Two are useful. However, it is when you consider dozens at once, when multiple dimensions of data interact, that the real stories emerge. This two-day course invites you to embrace complexity. Together, we will explore how to reveal hidden patterns, understand complex relationships and transform large, disorganised data sets into clear scientific insights. No prior experience? No problem! All you need is a sense of curiosity and a willingness to follow the data wherever it leads. |
| Learning objectives | Instead of just running commands, you will explore datasets, create visualisations, and take part in discussions that bridge the gap between statistical methods and scientific questions. As you progress, you will learn to formulate more precise questions to ensure your results convey a meaningful narrative rather than just a statistical one. |
| Weblink | https://www.gdc-docs.ethz.ch/UniBS/Multi |
| Admission requirements | Primarily for PhD students at the Department of Environmental Sciences (Master’s students may join with permission). |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Use of digital media | No specific media used |
| Interval | Weekday | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| Block | See individual dates | ||
Dates
| Date | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 24.03.2026 | 09.30-17.30 | Geographie, Seminarraum 5-05 |
| Wednesday 25.03.2026 | 09.30-17.30 | Botanik, Seminarraum 00.005 |
| Modules |
Doctorate Botany: Recommendations (PhD subject: Botany) Doctorate Environmental Sciences: Recommendations (PhD subject: Environmental Sciences) Doctorate Geography: Recommendations (PhD subject: Geography) Doctorate Geosciences: Recommendations (PhD subject: Geosciences) Doctorate Prehistory and Archaeological Science: Recommendations (PhD subject: Prehistory and Archaeological Science) Doctorate Zoology: Recommendations (PhD subject: Zoology) Geography: Recommendations (PhD subject: Geography) |
| Assessment format | continuous assessment |
| Assessment details | Attendance and active participation during the course days (16 hours). To get the credit points, you must hand in an assignment that you work on at home (preparation work of 14 hours). Assignment details will be explained during the course. The finished assignment is due no later than three weeks after the course has ended. |
| Assessment registration/deregistration | Reg.: course registration, dereg: cancel course registration |
| Repeat examination | no repeat examination |
| Scale | Pass / Fail |
| Repeated registration | as often as necessary |
| Responsible faculty | Faculty of Science, studiendekanat-philnat@unibas.ch |
| Offered by | Departement Umweltwissenschaften |