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Introduction to statistical reasoning
SCI1020
Synopsis
This unit will introduce to you the principles of data production and the practical application of descriptive and inferential statistical techniques to real-world problems in various scientific fields. You will develop skills during applied classes including collaborative problem solving and using Microsoft Excel for statistical analysis of real world problems. Upon completion, you will be able to make informed statistical decisions and communicate your findings in a clear and scientifically meaningful manner.
Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.
Quick facts
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 1
- Audience
- Undergraduate
- Type
- Coursework
- School
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty
- School of Mathematics
- Handbook year
- 2026
Prerequisites
No prereqs in the handbook graph.
What it unlocks (29)
- Equity marketsBFF2701
- The wealth and poverty of nationsECF3800
- Introduction to data analysisETC1010
- Introductory econometricsETC2410
- Statistical thinkingETC2420
- Actuarial cash flow modellingETC2430
- Mathematics for economics and businessETC2440
- Probability and statistical inference for economics and businessETC2520
- Statistical modelling for actuarial studiesETC2560
- Probability and statistical inference for economics and businessETC5252
- Statistical modelling for actuarial studiesETC5256
- Statistical foundations of business analyticsETF2020
- Introductory econometricsETF2100
- Data analysis in businessETF2121
- Optimisation for businessETF2480
- Statistical foundations of business analyticsETF5202
- Business optimisation skillsETF5650
- Introductory applied econometricsETF5910
- Data analysis in businessETF5912
- Data visualisation and communicationETF5922
- Text analytics for businessETM3800
- Design and analysis of sample surveysETW2420
- Financial modelling and analyticsETW3481
- Data mining and predictive modellingETW3482
- Introductory econometricsETX2100
- Data visualisation and communicationETX2250
- Marketing research analysisMKC2500
- Statistical methods for scienceSTA1010
- Data analysis for scienceSTA2216
Offerings (5)
- October intake teaching period, Malaysia campusMalaysia · ON-CAMPUS
- Second semesterMalaysia · ON-CAMPUS / Clayton · FLEXIBLE
- First semesterMalaysia · ON-CAMPUS / Clayton · FLEXIBLE