How To Make a Good Map

This course introduces users to the best practice around mapping for a statistical context. We’ll introduce the most common types of maps used to present statistics and will provide guidance on what to think about when making a statistical map to ensure you make a clean, accurate and informative map.

Learning outcomes

This course covers:

• The most common types of statistical maps
• Fundamental map components:
  • choosing a suitable map type for your data
  • choosing a suitable type of statistical boundary for your map
  • choosing suitable bins/groups
  • choosing a good colour scheme and/or symbology for your map
• Additional map elements including:
  • base mapping
  • legends
  • labels
  • text
  • scales
• Exercise: map critique (with discussion answers)

How to book

Access this e-learning on How To Make A Good Map on the ONS Geography GitHub.

Contact

If you would like more information about this course, please email ONS.Geography@ons.gov.uk