FinnSurveyText
Combining survey statistics and modern language technology to analyse open-ended survey responses in Finnish.
Explore project →Social Data Science
Faculty of Social Sciences
University of Helsinki
About SDS
Social data science is a rapidly evolving discipline that combines deep social science foundations with a wide range of quantitative, statistical, and computational methods to understand complex social phenomena. Our interdisciplinary faculty brings together diverse perspectives and methodological expertise to advance the field, addressing pressing societal challenges, and translating frontier research into real-world impact. We deliver world-class teaching at the bachelor, masters, and doctoral levels within the Faculty of Social Sciences. In addition, our Centre for Social Data Science provides various types of support to researchers in other faculties and organisations.
Research
Our faculty leads various research projects where data, statistics, and computing come together to provide novel insights into complex socioeconomic phenomena. You can learn more about our projects.
Study
Social Data Science is taught at all levels of education in the University of Helsinki (see specific programmes below). You can explore our specific courses if you are interested in registering.
