Statistics in R

Description

This course covers a range of statistical methods and how to use them within R. It contains both theory, and practical examples of how to use the R language to perform a wide selection of statistical tests, explore regression and modelling, both simple regression, and more complicated generalised linear models. Prior knowledge of R is a requirement, an introductory R course can be found linked below in the Related Courses section.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the session, participants will:

• Learn how to perform random samples and understand probability distributions within R
• Be able to perform Exploratory Data Analysis within R
• Understand and be able to use a wide range of statistical tests within R
• Learn how R can be used for Linear Regression
• Have explored model selection for performance in R
• Understand how to perform Generalised Linear Models within R

How to book

Please contact gss.capability@statistics.gov.uk to find out more or attend this course.

Contact

Please email gss.capability@statistics.gov.uk