sta5thb masters statistics thesis b
MASTERS STATISTICS THESIS B
STA5THB
2019
Credit points: 30
Subject outline
The Master of Statistical Science thesis is a minor thesis written during the second year of the Master of Statistical Science. In this thesis, the student demonstrates at least one of the following: (a) an understanding of a statistical research problem, (b) the numerical solution of a statistical research problem, (c) carries out research in statistics leading to new results or (d) gains experience in analysing real-life data.The code for this thesis is split into two parts: STA5THA (which is taken in the first semester of this second year) and STA5THB (which is taken in the second semester of this second year). STATHA is allocated 15 credit points and STATHB is allocated 30 credit points, resulting in a total of 45 credit points for the thesis.
SchoolSchool Engineering&Mathematical Sciences
Credit points30
Subject Co-ordinatorAndriy Olenko
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Requires coordinators approval
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate specialised theoretical and technical knowledge of the topic of the thesis.
- Activities:
- Meetings with thesis supervisor. Preparation and writing of thesis.
02. Use specialised cognitive and technical skills to critically analyse, reflect on and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories relevant to the topic.
- Activities:
- Meetings with thesis supervisor. Preparation and writing of thesis.
03. Apply established theories and research methods to a body of knowledge relevant to the topic of the thesis.
- Activities:
- Meetings with thesis supervisor. Preparation and writing of thesis.
04. Use advanced communication skills to transmit knowledge and ideas of statistics to others.
- Activities:
- Meetings with thesis supervisor. Preparation and writing of thesis.
05. Demonstrate autonomy, expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility as a researcher.
- Activities:
- Meetings with thesis supervisor. Preparation and writing of thesis.
Subject options
Select to view your study options…
Melbourne, 2019, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAndriy Olenko
Class requirements
Supervised ResearchWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours supervised research per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Supervised research under the supervision of a staff member equivalent to a total of 450 hours."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thesis (30-90 pages including appendices and bibiliography) (12000-15000 word equiv) | The assessment components listed are the combined assessment for STA5THA and STA5THB | 95 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
| 2 Oral Presentations (1x 10 minute and 1x 20 minute) (1500 word equiv) | Hurdle: Satisfactory Oral Presentations that demonstrate capacity to communicate your knowledge and ideas of statistics must be given. | 5 | 01, 04 |
Melbourne, 2019, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAndriy Olenko
Class requirements
Supervised ResearchWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours supervised research per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Supervised research under the supervision of a staff member equivalent to a total of 450 hours."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thesis (30-90 pages including appendices and bibiliography) (12000-15000 word equiv) | The assessment components listed are the combined assessment for STA5THA and STA5THB | 95 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
| 2 Oral Presentations (1x 10 minute and 1x 20 minute) (1500 word equiv) | Hurdle: Satisfactory Oral Presentations that demonstrate capacity to communicate your knowledge and ideas of statistics must be given. | 5 | 01, 04 |