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Faculty of Science Postgraduate Booklet, Session 2018/2019
SQB7001 Research Methodology For Statistics
This course is designed to give knowledge and skills to students related to suitable methodologies in
statistical research. It includes searching and critically evaluating journal articles on statistical
problems. The course will introduce fundamental statistical concepts and techniques useful for
research in statistics. The students will be guided in writing research proposal in the area of
statistics.
Assessment Methods:
Continuous Assessment 100%
Medium of Instruction:
English
Transferable Skills:
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Humanity Skill:
CT5, LL2, EM3
References:
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1. Bordens, K.S., Bruce, B. (2011). Research and design methods: a process approach. 8 Ed.
McGraw-Hill.
2. Flick, U. (2011), Introducing research methodology: a beginner’s guide to doing a research
project. Sage Publication, London.
3. Hogg, R.V., McKean, J.W., and Craig, A.T. (2013). Introduction to Mathematical Statistics.
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7 Ed. Pearson.
4. Agresti, A. (2015). Foundations of linear and generalized linear models. John Wiley & Sons.
SQB7002 Research Project
Refer to lecturers concerned for project synopsis and reference texts.
Assessment Methods:
Continuous Assessment 100%
Medium of Instruction:
English
Transferable Skills:
Skill in preparing a research proposal and report, programming skills
Humanity Skill:
CS8, CT5, LL3, EM3
References:
Refer to the lecturer
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