Postgraduate UND-MATH5002-2022

Statistics

Duration

10 weeks

Study method

100% Online

Available loans

FEE-HELP

Assessments

100% online

Prior study

Not required

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2022

Subject details

What you'll learn

On completion of this course students should be able to achieve the following learning outcomes:

1. Summarise data graphically and numerically

2. Visualise statistical analysis of data sets using software.

3. Draw conclusions from the visualisation of data and number sets.

4. Apply data analysis techniques.

5. Calculate probabilities for discrete and continuous probability distributions.

6. Communicate an understanding of theoretical concepts in an oral presentation.

Topics covered

- Descriptive statistics, probability, discrete and continuous distributions.

Entry requirements

In order to enrol in this subject, you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:

Elective

UND-MTE-GDI-2022
UND-MTH-GCE-2022

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

Description

This course provides an introduction to statistical theory. It equips students with an understanding of statistical practices and data analysis techniques. It covers data analysis, probability, random variables and the use of statistical software.

Assessments

Continuous Assessment - 50% Final Exam - 50%

Written class test. (30%%)
Oral presentation on Problems (20%%)
Final Exam (50%%)

Textbooks

Related degrees

Postgraduate UND-MTE-GDI-2022

Graduate Diploma of Mathematics Education

Postgraduate UND-MTH-GCE-2022

Graduate Certificate in Mathematics