Course, master’s level
7.5 credits
Malmö | daytime | 50%
2 September 2024 - 10 November 2024
Course code: MA660E

About the course

The purpose of the course is for the student to develop the ability to use methods from mathematical statistics (probability theory and inference theory) to understand random variations and identify patterns in the data collected. The student also achieves general basic understanding of the field of data science.

This course is offered as part of programme:

Course content

The course contains the following elements:

- Introduction to data science
- Dispersion measurement
- Conditional probability, Bayes’ theorem
- Distribution of stochastic variables
- Central limit theorems.
- Confidence interval
- Hypothesis testing
- Regression analysis
- Data analytics software

Entry requirements

Bachelor of Science in computer science or related subjects.
Knowledge equivalent to English 6 at Swedish upper secondary level.
At least 15 credits in programming.
At least 7.5 credits in mathematics.

Course evaluation

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Contact

For more information about the education:

TSstudent@mau.se