SAGE Research Methods contains a wide range of resources on both quantitative and qualitative data analysis from introductory to advanced level. Search for your methodology, data collection tool or statistical test for guidance on how to conduct your research effectively and make sense of your findings.
Your supervisor is best placed to direct you on the kinds of analysis you need to perform to suit your research needs. If you are struggling to complete something specifically in relation to your research, contact them to arrange a tutorial.
We have made the following statistical analysis software available for you to use in your studies and research projects:
| Software | Used for | Available from | Help and support |
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| NVivo |
NVivo is a software program used for qualitative and mixed-methods research. Specifically, it is used for the analysis of unstructured text, audio, video, and image data, including (but not limited to) interviews, focus groups, surveys, social media, and journal articles. |
NVivo is available to use directly via the Student Remote Desktop. Remember to save all of your work prior to exiting the Remote Desktop service. Contact the IT Servicedesk in the first instance who will send you the necessary information. Phone: 01228 888888 |
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| ATLAS.ti |
ATLAS.ti is used for the qualitative analysis of large bodies of textual, visual and audio data. Tools help you develop data coding systems and present your findings in innovative ways. |
ATLAS.ti is available to use directly via the Student Remote Desktop. Remember to save all of your work prior to exiting the Remote Desktop service. Or you can install it, see Free Software for details Contact the IT Servicedesk in the first instance who will send you the necessary information. Phone: 01228 888888 |
Tutorials on the ATLAS.ti Youtube channel Friese, S. (2014) Qualitative data analysis with ATLAS.ti. London: SAGE. |
| SPSS | SPSS is used for quantitative data analysis and has an interface that closely resembles Excel. It allows you to perform statistical analysis and tests for survey or experimental data in order to make sense of your research findings. |
Available as a free download for UoC students. Please contact the IT Servicedesk in the first instance who will send you the necessary information. Phone: 01228 888888 |