This course on classical inference focuses on the mathematical justification for statistical procedures. It is the most theoretical course of the four in that it focuses on general concepts, methodology and philosophy in abstract rather than on the analysis of specific data sets. All courses can be taken in either the JS or SS year and there is very little overlap or dependence on each other. This option is only available in the SS year. The student works on a research project suggested by the supervisor.
Examination is via a report and presentation.
Only students with at least a 2.1 standard or better and seriously interested in statistics will be allowed to do a statistics project. More details of this course option may be viewed at Project Course page . Advise on Sophister Course Selection From an academic point of view students are recommended to select all four courses during their sophister years as this will give a good grounding in the practice and theory of statistics. The project course on top of this would show an ability to do independent research. With three courses, if 454 dropped, the student will still have a very good background in data analysis.