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Overview

A core paper on using statistical models to address scientific questions. Regression models for continuous, binomial and count data, analysis of variance, cluster analysis, principal component analysis, research design.

About this paper

Paper title Applied Statistics
Subject Statistics
EFTS 0.15
Points 18 points
Teaching period Semester 1 (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $1,103.10
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Prerequisite
BSNS 112 or STAT 110 or STAT 115
Restriction
ECON 210, FINC 203, STAT 241
Schedule C
Arts and Music, Science
Eligibility

This paper is intended for students from all disciplines who are interested in learning more about the application of statistical methods.

Contact

peter.dillingham@otago.ac.nz

Teaching staff

Associate Professor Peter Dillingham

Dr Conor Kresin

Paper Structure
The paper covers three key themes:
  • Regression modelling
  • Multivariate analysis
  • The design of research studies
Teaching Arrangements

Three 1-hour lectures and one 2-hour computer laboratory per week

Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper.
Course outline

View the course outline for STAT210

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Communication, Critical thinking, Information literacy, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete the paper will:

  • Be able to apply a range of important statistical methods to answer scientific questions
  • Understand the assumptions that underlie these methods and know how to check them
  • Be proficient at using the statistical programming language R to fit a range of models
  • Be aware of the key principles involved in the design of research studies

Overview

A core paper on using statistical models to address scientific questions. Regression models for continuous, binomial and count data, analysis of variance, cluster analysis, principal component analysis, research design.

About this paper

Paper title Applied Statistics
Subject Statistics
EFTS 0.1500
Points 18 points
Teaching period Semester 1 (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Prerequisite
One of BSNS 112, COMO 101, STAT 110, STAT 115
Restriction
ECON 210, FINC 203
Schedule C
Arts and Music, Science
Eligibility

This paper is intended for students from all disciplines who are interested in learning more about the application of statistical methods.

Contact

peter.dillingham@otago.ac.nz

Teaching staff

Associate Professor Peter Dillingham

Associate Processor Tilman Davies

Paper Structure

The paper covers three key themes:

  • Regression modelling
  • Multivariate analysis
  • The design of research studies
Teaching Arrangements

Three 1-hour lectures and one 2-hour computer laboratory per week.

Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper.
Course outline

View the course outline for STAT 210.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Communication, Critical thinking, Information literacy, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete the paper will:

  • Be able to apply a range of important statistical methods to answer scientific questions
  • Understand the assumptions that underlie these methods and know how to check them
  • Be proficient at using the statistical programming language R to fit a range of models
  • Be aware of the key principles involved in the design of research studies
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