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Statistics for Research Workers (MAST90007)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Winter Term
Overview
| Availability(Quotas apply) | Winter Term |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject is designed to provide students with detailed training in statistical methods as applied to the design and analysis of projects undertaken by postgraduate students, across all disciplines.
Intended learning outcomes
Students who complete this subject should:
- learn sound principles of design and research;
- acquire skills in the analysis of research;
- gain skills in the use of statistical software;
- develop the ability to assess published research critically from a statistical point of view.
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
It is expected that participants will have studied mathematics at VCE level, or equivalent. Students must be enrolled in a Masters-Level program or above.
This subject will involve mathematical, statistical and computing skills.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAST20005 | Statistics |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| MAST90044 | Thinking and Reasoning with Data | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MAST90058 | Elements of Statistics | Not available in 2025 |
12.5 |
Students who have completed MAST10010 Data Analysis 1 or MAST10011 Experimental Design and Data Analysis must obtain subject coordinator’s approval before enrolling in this subject.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Up to 8 online quizzes, including the use of statistical software (continuous assessment), equivalent to approximately 1000 words.
| During the teaching period | 20% |
An examination
| At the conclusion of the subject | 50% |
An assignment on the analysis and interpretation of quantitative data from an empirical research study to be submitted two weeks after completion of the subject
| 2 Weeks after the end of teaching | 30% |
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Quotas apply to this subject
Dates & times
- Winter Term
Principal coordinator Ian Gordon Coordinator Sue Finch Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 8 days intensive: 48 hours (24 hours of lectures and 24 hours of practical classes); 29 June to 3 July, and 13 July to 17 July. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 30 June 2025 to 18 July 2025 Last self-enrol date 22 June 2025 Census date 11 July 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 18 July 2025 Assessment period ends 1 August 2025 Winter Term contact information
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- Your tuition fees, academic transcript and statements.
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- Student Learning Entitlement. This applies to all students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
Subjects withdrawn after the census date (including up to the ‘last day to withdraw without fail’) count toward the Student Learning Entitlement.
Additional delivery details
An enrolment quota of 200 students applies to this subject.
For detailed information on the quota subject application process, enrolment deadlines and selection preferences, refer to the Faculty of Science website: https://science.unimelb.edu.au/students/plan-your-bsc-continuing/quota-subjects.
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Further information
- Texts
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None
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- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 4 March 2025