SYM4045

Applied statistics

Anthony McMahon

12 points
* 2 hours per week
* Second semester
* Clayton

Objectives Students should understand the fundamental assumptions lying behind basic statistical procedures, and develop competence in selecting and applying appropriate procedures.

Synopsis This subject is designed to give students a practical, but critical, understanding of statistical methods which are used in social research. It will focus on univariate descriptive statistics; sampling theory and its practical application; bivariate descriptive statistics; tests of statistical significance.

Assessment Two practical assignments: 35% each
* One essay (2700 words): 30% (equivalent to a total of 9000 words)

Prescribed texts

Argyrous G Statistics for social research Macmillan, 1996