Course Details

Course Code: IT7412
Course Title: Foundations of Statistical Data Science
Short Title: FSDS
Course Level:: Level 7
Valid From:: 2025/2026 Sem 1
Credits:: 15
Owner: School of ICT
Assessment Method: Achievement
Course Aim

This course aims to provide a solid statistical foundation for data science by equipping students with the techniques and tools required to preprocess raw data, including data wrangling and munging, using Python libraries such as NumPy and Pandas. Students will gain hands-on experience with  latest data visualization tools to perform exploratory data analysis (EDA) and derive insights. The course also covers statistical inference, prediction using statistical tests, and the estimation of statistical parameters, culminating in an introduction to time series analysis to prepare students for tackling real-world data-driven challenges.

 
CILO
On Completion of this course, the learner will be able to
# Learning Outcome Description
1 Demonstrate advanced knowledge and understanding of statistical foundations by applying data preprocessing techniques, conducting exploratory analysis, creating visualizations, and identifying patterns to support data-driven decision-making.
2 Use a range of approaches to analyze and evaluate predictions using statistical models, assessing certainty in outcomes to develop predictive insights and improve model reliability.
Requisites
No requisites
 
Examinations
Assessment Type
Examination (Unseen)
Assessment Type
Examination (Unseen)
No Other Controlled Assessments
Uncontrolled Assessments
Assessment Type
Project (Group)

The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

Affiliated Entities
Entity Code Entity Title Entity Version Entity Type
ICT8042 Bachelor of Science in Data Analytics 1 Programme