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Programming in statistics

  • Number of credits 7.5 credits
  • Level Master’s level
  • Starting Autumn Term 2023

About the course

In statistical work there is often a demand for specific analyses that cannot be done using menu-based statistical software. In such situations, programming skills are good to have. The purpose of the course is to provide an introduction to such statistical programming.

The course is based on the statistical work and programming environment R, which is an implementation of the programming language S. This environment is well on its way to become a de facto standard for professional statisticians. The program is freely available under a GPL license and the student learns how to download and install the program. The first part of the course gives an introduction to R. The student learns how to import and export data, to handle different datatypes, create and use scripts, store data and results, create and save graphical illustrations, and also how data can be manipulated in R with logical operators.

Furthermore, the course provides an overview of the implemented analytical methods, such as methods for hypothesis testing, ANOVA and linear regression. The latter part of the course deals with functions, optimization of code, implementation of C code, and how to create your own R packages.

Application and eligibility

Programming in statistics, 7.5 credits

Det finns inga tidigare terminer för kursen Autumn Term 2023 Det finns inga senare terminer för kursen

The information below is only for exchange students

Starts

28 August 2023

Ends

30 October 2023

Study location

Umeå

Language

English

Type of studies

Daytime, 50%

Required Knowledge

Univ: At least 90 credits including at least 60 credits in statistics and/or mathematical statistics, or equivalent. Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English B/6.

Selection

Students applying for courses within a double degree exchange agreement, within the departments own agreements will be given first priority. Then will - in turn - candidates within the departments own agreements, faculty agreements, central exchange agreements and other departmental agreements be selected.

Application code

UMU-A2781

Application

This application round is only intended for nominated exchange students. Information about deadlines can be found in the e-mail instruction that nominated students receive. The application period is closed.

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Contactpersons for the course are:
Study advisor, Department of Statistics, Umeå School of Business, Economics and Statistics