Data Visualization of Global Trends 7.5 credits
About the course
This course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to visualize, interpret, and communicate global trends using data visualization techniques. We discuss strengths and weaknesses in communication through data visualizations. During the course, students will acquire skills in data visualization through creation of plots, maps and animations. A key component in visualization of global trends is data of good quality. The students will explore where to find and how to obtain relevant data. Software used for preprocessing and visualization of data includes R and associated packages. Other modern tools for large and complex datasets can also be included. Students learn how to create compelling visual representations of global trends that facilitate understanding and decision-making, using real-world case studies on, for example, economic and social indicators and environmental and technological shifts.
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Autumn 2025
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Data Visualization of Global Trends
Autumn 2025 / Umeå / English / On site
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Starts3 November 2025
Ends18 January 2026
Number of credits7.5 credits
Type of studiesOn site
Study pace50%
Teaching hoursDaytime
Study locationUmeå
LanguageEnglish
Application codeUMU-27802
Eligibility The course Business Analytics (15 ECTS) or equivalent. Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English B (English/6).SelectionAcademic credits
ApplicationApplication deadline was 15 April 2025. Submit a late application at Universityadmissions.se.
Application and tuition feesAs a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
Application fee: SEK 900
Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 14,763
Total fee: SEK 14,763
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