'Measuring Science'

This course is designed for professionals.

Aim

The aim of this course is to provide a serious grounding in all aspects of quantitative analysis of science and technology. The emphasis will be on understanding in depth the various bibliometric and patent analysis approaches. It is intended that each approach should be understood within the overall context of the present development of science and technology and particularly of knowledge communication practices in science.

Target group

The course is designed for professionals, i.e., academics, librarians, assistant professors, general secretaries and evaluation officers. The course will be taught by lecturers from the Centre for Science and Technology Studies (CWTS), Leiden University.

Practical details

Methods of instruction
Seminar, practica.

Timetable
Twice-yearly: spring and autumn.
The next 'Measuring Science' course is from Monday 20 until Friday 24 September, 2010.

Fee
The course fee is € 1850,-.

Registration
Maximum amount of participants is 25. Admission is at a first come first serve basis.
Registration is possible via the registration website.

More information

For more information you can contact mrs. M.B.E.P. Klijn (e-mail).