It’s all about Data [18.06.26]
An introduction to the data universe of the Research Data Centre (FDZ) of the Statistical Offices of the Federal States on July 1, 4pm st, HS 21.
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To conduct your own empirical research project successfully, getting access to the relevant data is key. The Statistical Office of Baden-Württemberg with the Research Data Center (FDZ) can help you by providing data, covering a wide range of different topics and levels.
Representatives of the FDZ provide an overview of the structure of the FDZ network and the data available (microdata from official statistics): Taxes, Households (e.g., Microcensus), Business/company data (e.g., AFiD).
They also provide information on practical ways to access the data, the requirements that must be met, and the costs associated with data use. The FDZ provides dedicated workstations for visiting researchers to conduct data analysis on-site.
The session will also address aspects that are important for students:
- How can this data be used for their own term papers or research projects?
- What is important when providing high-quality data?
- How does one ensure data protection when working with highly detailed data?
The event will take place on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, in HS 21 from 4:00–6:00 p.m. (sharp) and is open to all interested students. Registration is not required.
