Fall/Winter Timetable

POL2504H1F L0201

Statistics for Political Scientists

Themes

This course examines the theory and application of statistics in political science. At the end of this course, students will be able to confidently and properly interpret, assess and employ the most commonly used statistical methods in political science research. Coverage includes: probability theory and scientific epistemology; concept development and measurement; project workflow and data management; descriptive, associational, and causal inference; estimation and statistical significance; and linear and logistic regression. The course assumes no prior training in mathematics or statistics.

Texts

TBA

Format and Requirements

The course will be largely lecture- and lab-based but give a lot of opportunity for in-class discussion and group work. The evaluation will be based on a number of assignments, class participation, a mid-term exam and a final take-home exam.