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Course offered as a part of a programme
Course, master’s level
7.5 credits
Malmö | daytime | 50%
2 September 2024 - 10 November 2024
Code for the course: 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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