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Mathematics of uncertainty (Advanced)

MTH2225

Synopsis

This unit provides an introduction to probability - mathematical treatment. Topics include: probability axioms, conditional probabilities and the law of total probability, discrete and continuous random variables, univariate and multivariate distributions, independence and conditioning, conditional distributions and conditional expectations, moment generating functions, simulation, the law of large numbers and the central limit theorem.

Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.

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Credit points
6
Level
2
Audience
Undergraduate
Type
Coursework
School
Faculty of Science
Faculty
School of Mathematics
Handbook year
2026

Prerequisites (3)

What it unlocks (1)

Offerings (1)

  • First semesterClayton · ON-CAMPUS

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