This certificate teaches the theory that underpins statistical inference and probability, equipping you to understand the assumptions and limitations of a range of statistical models. You’ll gain a thorough understanding of the theory you need as a professional statistician. Study the mathematical theory underlying methods and concepts used in practical statistical analyses while learning to develop probability models and investigate their properties.perties.
**Key features of the course**
- Cover analytical approaches, classical and Bayesian statistics and the underpin...
This certificate teaches the theory that underpins statistical inference and probability, equipping you to understand the assumptions and limitations of a range of statistical models. You’ll gain a thorough understanding of the theory you need as a professional statistician. Study the mathematical theory underlying methods and concepts used in practical statistical analyses while learning to develop probability models and investigate their properties.perties.<br/><br/>**Key features of the course**<br/>- Cover analytical approaches, classical and Bayesian statistics and the underpinning mathematical theory<br/><br/><br/>- Learn about distribution theory and a range of probabilistic models<br/><br/><br/>- Understand the theory behind statistical inference<br/><br/><br/>- Gain the skills to comment critically on analyses and model choices<br/>
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Study Mode
Distance-online
Duration
1 Years
Start Date
10/2026
Campus
Distance Learning
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Course Code
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Institution Code
O11
Points of Entry
Year 1
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