MAT 4381 Bayesian Inference

3 units
Mathematics
Faculty of Science
An introduction to the theory and practice of modern Bayesian inference. Choice of prior distributions and calculation of the posterior distribution for single and multi-parameter models. Computational approaches to Bayesian inference such as Markov Chain Monte Carlo and Gibbs sampling. Hierarchical and regression modelling in a Bayesian framework. Use of statistical software.

Components:

Lecture

Requirements:

Prerequisites: MAT 2342 , MAT 3375 .

Previously Offered Terms:

Winter

French Equivalent:

Organized

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Clear Expectations

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Fair Assessments

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