For all relevant UOL programmesST2134 Advanced Statistics: Statistical InferenceTo ‘infer’ means to make general statements on the basis of specific observations. From an early age, people are experts at performing inference. It is such a fundamental part of our intelligence that we do it even subconsciously.
We learn to classify objects on the basis of a very limited set of examples. From just a few simple pictures, a child will learn to infer that anything displaying certain characteristics of a long neck and long, thin legs is a giraffe. Of course, the immediacy with which people draw inferences can lead to mistaken inferences– some harmless, or even amusing.
However, sometimes misplaced inferences can feed our prejudices and lead us to completely incorrect conclusions about other people’s natures or intentionsPrerequisiteIf taken as part of a BSc degree, the following courses must be passed before this course may be attempted:ST1215 Introduction to Mathematical Statistics and MT1186 Mathematical MethodsAims and objectives To explain the principles of data reduction To judge the quality of estimators To choose appropriate methods of statistical inference to tackle real problems.
Assessment This course is assessed by a three hour 15 minutes written examination (100%). Job RequirementA Ph. D or Master's Degree in related discipline from a reputable university.
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