SHARE-MOOC I: Statistical methods in ageing research with comparative cross-sectional data academic year, 2026-2027
- Credits:
- 2 ECTS credits
- Location:
- -
- Continuous learning category:
- Nutrition and medicines, Social welfare and health care
- Teaching format:
- Independent learning, Online teaching
- Price:
- 40 € (VAT 0%)
Course content:
• Course introduction and introduction to SHARE European Research Infrastructure Consortium (SHARE-ERIC)
• Overview of SHARE: survey design, questionnaire modules and data structure
• Use of easySHARE and regular SHARE data
• Theoretical premises of wellbeing, ageing and retirement
• Building datasets for research and using survey weights
• Applying easySHARE data to make cross-sectional analyses (linear regression analysis, logistic regression analysis and multilevel analysis) related to wellbeing and ageing
Study objectives:
After completing the study unit, the student will be able to
• know which data have been collected in the Survey of Health, Ageing and Retirement in Europe (SHARE), and how and when the data have been collected
• understand how the SHARE data is structured and how data files for analyses can be constructed
• learn about theories on wellbeing, ageing and retirement
• acquire statistical skills to analyze cross-sectional data
The study unit develops the following generic skills/generic competences: Digitalization, Internationality, Critical thinking
The course is available online and can be studied between 2.11.2026-30.7.2027.
Open University registration is open 6.8.2026-15.6.2027 at UEF Continuous Learning Center website and Opintopolku.
Modes of study: Online course (online learning environment)
Evaluation: The course is evaluated on a scale of Pass / fail (80 % correct answers). The assessment includes lecture examinations and learning assignments. Course assessments are conducted once a month. Note: if you complete the course in June or July, you will receive your course credits in August.
Study methods: Independent learning based on course materials. Independent study 54 h.
Study materials: Learning materials are provided on the course platform.
Literature acquisition costs and borrowing fees are not included in the tuition fee.
Teaching language: English
Additional information: The course is provided in English and will be conducted in an eLearning environment (Moodle) where the learning materials are provided (lecture videos and slides, empirical exercises using Stata, and links to additional materials).
The student registers to use the SHARE data and uses the easySHARE data during the course. The student runs analyses with statistical software; course materials are provided with Stata. Syntaxes are provided also in R. Study instructions will be sent by email to your UEF student email.
The Open University of the University of Eastern Finland offers extensive study counseling services. More information on our website.
This course is a MOOC course which means there are different ways to study the course:
1. I just want to browse the contents without earning credit points
You can access the Digicampus environment in two ways:
As a guest: You can browse the course content and materials but cannot complete any assignments, and your progress won't be saved.
By logging in with your Google account, your home university's Haka login or via Suomi.fi identification: You can complete assignments and carry on where you left off the last time you accessed the course. You do not need to register for the course
The course learning environment can be found in Digicampus [the link will be updated here in September].
2. I want to complete the course and earn credit points
If you want to earn credit points and receive an official transcript of records, register for the course as an Open University student through this page and pay the study fee.
You will receive further instructions on starting the studies by email after registration.
3. I am a degree student at UEF or I have an alumni study right
Please register for the course in Peppi.
You will receive the credit points free of charge.
This study unit is intended for students and lifelong learners interested in wellbeing, ageing, and retirement from a European perspective. It is particularly suitable for undergraduate and graduate students in social sciences, health sciences, and economics, as well as professionals seeking to develop skills in survey data analysis and the use of international research datasets such as SHARE.
Individual courses are 20 euros per ECTS credit. The prices are valid for the 2026-2027 academic year.
For more information on study fees and payment and cancellation terms, please see: Registration, study fees and right to study | University of Eastern Finland (uef.fi). Study right will cover the lessons and exams.
Fees for purchasing/lending literature are not included in the study fee.
If you can’t identify yourself using the Suomi.fi service or your employer pays for your studies, please contact our student affairs secretary; their contact information is below.
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