Aims and Fit of Module

To provide a good understanding of the principles of multivariate statistics and to equip students with techniques for multivariate data analysis.

Learning outcomes

A Understand the main principles of Multivariate Statistics
B Present the proof of the main theorems of Multivariate Statistics
C Use appropriate multivariate techniques to summarize, analyze and interpret multivariate data
D Use relevant computer packages for statistical analysis and for drawing appropriate conclusions

Method of teaching and learning

This module will be delivered by a combination of formal lectures and tutorials.