Spatial analysis methods Field of study: Geography
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025

Module name: Spatial analysis methods
Module code: W2-GF-S2-300
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025
Semester: winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 9
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The student learns about the current research tools of a socio-economic geographer (quantitative and qualitative tools and methods). He/she is able to use statistical methods and tools. The knowledge and skills acquired in their application enable independent solving of research problems, as well as – within the framework of social competences – interdisciplinary research cooperation with representatives of other scientific environments.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
consistently applies and promotes the principle of rigorous, empirically based interpretation of geographical phenomena and processes in research and practical activities [W2-GF-S2-300 _1]
 KGG2_W01 [3/5]
uses advanced techniques and research tools in the field of geographical sciences [W2-GF-S2-300 _2]
 KGG2_U01 [4/5]
uses statistical methods to describe phenomena and analyze specialized data [W2-GF-S2-300 _3]
 KGG2_U01 [4/5]
understands the need to systematically familiarize oneself with scientific and popular science journals, basic for the field of study studied, in order to broaden and deepen knowledge [W2-GF-S2-300 _4]
 KGG2_K01 [4/5]
has in-depth knowledge of the mathematical sciences that are related to geographical sciences [W2-GF-S2-300 _5]
 KGG2_W01 [3/5]
has knowledge about methods of obtaining and settling funds for the implementation of scientific and application projects in the field of geographical sciences [W2-GF-S2-300 _6]
 KGG2_W02 [1/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W2-GF-S2-300_fs _1] 30 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Monographic lecture [a02] 
Problem-based lecture [b01]  		course work W2-GF-S2-300 _1 W2-GF-S2-300 _2 W2-GF-S2-300 _5 W2-GF-S2-300 _6
laboratory classes [W2-GF-S2-300_fs _2] 30 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03]  		course work W2-GF-S2-300 _3 W2-GF-S2-300 _4
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Consulting the schedule [b03] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
getting acquainted with the class schedule, possibly in the presence of the year tutor, in order to optimize participation in classes, including those supplementary to the core subjects listed in the pursued study programme
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Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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