Statistical Modelling (MAST90084)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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Overview

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Statistical models are central to applications of statistics and their development motivates new statistical theories and methodologies. Commencing with a review of linear and generalized linear models, analysis of variance and experimental design, the theory of linear mixed models is developed and model selection techniques are introduced. Approaches to non and semiparametric inference, including generalized additive models, are considered. Specific applications may include longitudinal data, survival analysis and time series modelling.

Intended learning outcomes

Upon completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Explain the principles of statistical modelling;
  • Apply the learned modelling techniques to real data arising from important applications;
  • Relate the learned modelling techniques to other areas of studies in statistics.

Generic skills

In addition to learning specific skills that will assist students in their future careers in science, they will have the opportunity to develop generic skills that will assist them in any future career path. These include:

  • problem-solving skills: the ability to engage with unfamiliar problems and identify relevant solution strategies;
  • analytical skills: the ability to construct and express logical arguments and to work in abstract or general terms to increase the clarity and efficiency of analysis;
  • collaborative skills: the ability to work in a team;
  • time-management skills: the ability to meet regular deadlines while balancing competing commitments

Last updated: 4 March 2025

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

Students must meet one of the following prerequisite options:

Option 1

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
MAST30025 Linear Statistical Models
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

AND

Note: the following subject/s can also be taken concurrently (at the same time)

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
MAST90082 Mathematical Statistics
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Option 2

All of

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
MAST90104 A First Course In Statistical Learning
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 25
MAST90105 Methods of Mathematical Statistics
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 25

Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

None

Recommended background knowledge

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
MAST30027 Modern Applied Statistics
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

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

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Four written assignments, up to a total of 50 pages (each worth 10% and approx. 10 hours in time committment) due in weeks 3, 6, 9, 12.

  • 50 pages
Throughout the teaching period40%

Written examination

  • 3 hours
During the examination period60%

Last updated: 4 March 2025

Dates & times

  • Semester 1
    Principal coordinatorDennis Leung
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hours36 contact hours: 1 xtwo-hour interactive lecture per week and 1 x one-hour interactive lecture per week
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period 3 March 2025 to 1 June 2025
    Last self-enrol date14 March 2025
    Census date31 March 2025
    Last date to withdraw without fail 9 May 2025
    Assessment period ends27 June 2025

    Semester 1 contact information

    dennis.leung@unimelb.edu.au

Time commitment details

Estimated Total Time Commitment - 170 hours

Last updated: 4 March 2025

Further information

  • Texts

    Prescribed texts

    There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.

  • Related Handbook entries

    This subject contributes to the following:

    TypeName
    CoursePh.D.- Engineering
    CourseDoctor of Philosophy - Engineering
    CourseMaster of Philosophy - Engineering
    CourseMaster of Science (Mathematics and Statistics)
    CourseMaster of Data Science
    Informal specialisationMathematics and Statistics
  • 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