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Introduction to Statistics for Data Science

Name: Introduction to Statistics for Data Science
Price: 2022.00 SGD

Training Provider: SINGAPORE POLYTECHNIC

Course Reference: TGS-2024046242

S$2,022

About This Course

This is a module under the Specialist Diploma in Data Science (Data Engineering).

What You'll Learn

This module provides students with an introduction to elementary probability theory and statistical concepts and principles that lay the foundation to understand and learn the statistical procedures and methods in the subsequent modules. The topics covered include descriptive statistics, rules of probability, probability distributions of discrete and continuous random variables, sampling distributions, statistical estimation, hypothesis testing and linear regression.

Entry Requirements

Polytechnic Diploma/ University with Engineering or IT diploma/degree:
Applicants must have an Engineering/ IT diploma or degree from a recognized polytechnic*/ university** in Singapore

Polytechnic Diploma/ University with Maths requirement:
Applicants must have any other diploma or degree from a recognized polytechnic*/ university** in Singapore, and possess a Pass grade in either GCE ‘O’ level Mathematics or a Mathematics subject at diploma level.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
Applicants with relevant work experience in a data-related or analytical role will be considered on case-by-case basis, with consideration of supporting evidence of competency readiness. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted may have to go through an interview and/or entrance test. The Polytechnic reserves the right to shortlist and admit applicants.

* NYP, NP, RP, SP or TP
** NTU, NUS, SIT, SMU, SUSS or SUTD (Appl. with degrees from other universities are considered on a case-by-case)