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Inference - STA4812

Honours Year module NQF level: 8 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Co-requisite: STA4801
Purpose: About this module: This module discusses the theory of statistical inference with emphasis on the applications of the theoretical concepts to specific examples, not on memorization of theoretical results and proofs. In particular, theories of optimal methods of estimation and hypotheses testing are discussed. Qualifying students will have a comprehensive fundamental knowledge of the theories of applied statistical methods so as to critically appraise them before use rather than unconsciously using the methods.