Theory and Methodology of Statistical Science

Education facts

Code: ST5501

The course deals with some basic scientific theoretical approaches to knowledge formation in an empirical way as well as statistical problem solving and modeling from an applied perspective. A consistent theme in the course is the role of models in empirical science. The course starts with some basic scientific theoretical approaches to knowledge formation, e.g. how scientific knowledge is generated and changed. Different classical theoretical approaches to science are related to different statistical methods (eg hypothesis testing, Bayesian statistics, likelihood methods), in order to shed light on the relationship between philosophical questions about science and statistical inference and evidence / results. Furthermore, the course provides an in-depth understanding of experimental and non-experimental research methods, especially with regard to validity, causal conclusions, control of sources of error, management of confounders. The course also provides tools for independently examining scientific theoretical assumptions behind different statistical methods. The course also discusses ethical aspects and the statistician's role and responsibility towards clients, respondents, users and the surrounding society.

Entry requirements

90 ECTS credits first-cycle (basic level) courses in Statistics. English 6 or equivalent.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Theory and Methodology of Statistical Science

  Stockholm University

  Start date: 4 May 2026

  End date: 7 June 2026

  Pace of study: 100 %