Introduction to the Growing Up in England dataset (National Centre for Research Methods)

This short online course, taking place over two days, provides an introduction to the Growing Up in England (GUiE) dataset. It will be administered online by the National Centre for Research Methods.

The aim of the workshop is to provide an introduction to the GUiE dataset. GUiE is a ADR UK flagship dataset and provides a link between 2011 Census data and longitudinal administrative data from the education and children’s social care systems.

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The workshop provides an introduction and overview of GUiE including: 

• Component datasets 
• Waves and linkage methods
• Coverage, years and gaps
• Strengths and limitations
• Exemplar analysis
• The application process, documentation and support.

By the end of the workshop participants will:

• Be familiar with the structure of GUiE
• Understand the content, coverage and years of the GUiE waves 1-3 data
• Be aware of the strengths and limitations of the data available
• Be aware of existing studies and analysis using GUiE
• Have knowledge of GUiE documentation
• Understand the application process, conditions of use and where to go for further information and support.

Knowledge of administrative data research datasets and statistical disclosure control processes would be helpful but are not essential. This is an introductory workshop and prior knowledge of or experience using GUiE is not required. 

Event details

When: 10:00-13:00, 6-7 March 2025

Where: Online

Cost: 

The fee per teaching day is: 

• £35 per day for registered students at any university. 
• £75 per day for staff at academic institutions, Research Councils researchers, public sector staff, staff at registered charity organisations, and recognised research institutions.  
• £250 per day for all other participants.

Registration: Find out more and register.