Classification - K+F classification by field of science
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Short description
Classification of research and development activities by field of science. The classification allows for the examination of research units’ R&D data by field of science at one-, two- or three-digit levels.
K+F classification by field of science – short description (pdf, 75 KB)
Structure
Code numbers and descriptions of the items of classification.
K+F classification by field of science – structure (xlsx, 12 KB)
Explanatory notes
The explanatory notes determine the contents of the classification items. They help to find the appropriate category in the classification.
Search engine
It supports the quick search in the classification. After searching by code number or text, it displays those items of the classification that contain the relevant code number or text.
Methodology
Principles and rules of classification to be applied.
Correspondence tables
Conversion key between the items of the current version of classification and those of the previous version.
Legal basis
Legislation ordering the use of the classification.
Predecessor classification (Old versions)
Previous versions of the classification can be found here.
International version of classification
Fields of Research and Development (FORD)