Graduate-level introduction to statistical research in political science, with a focus on statistical inference and linear regression. Teaches students how to rigorously apply multiple regression models as used in much of political science research. Also covers elements of probability and sampling theory. Open to Political Science PhD students only. Non-Political Science PhD students must pass an entrance exam to enroll in this class. The entrance exam will be held on Friday, September POLISCI 20, 2024 from 9:00am-POLISCI 12:00pm. Please contact Sarah Nelson snelson4@stanford.edu for exam logistics and study materials.
3-5 units · Letter or Credit/No Credit
Graduate-level introduction to statistical research in political science, with a focus on statistical inference and linear regression. Teaches students how to rigorously apply multiple regression models as used in much of political science research. Also covers elements of probability and sampling theory. Open to Political Science PhD students only. Non-Political Science PhD students must pass an entrance exam to enroll in this class. The entrance exam will be held on Friday, September 20, 2024 from 9:00am-12:00pm. Please contact Sarah Nelson snelson4@stanford.edu for exam logistics and study materials.
Offered in Autumn 2025 at Stanford University.