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Generalized Linear Models: Theory and Application

The course provides advanced knowledge of generalized linear models (GLM). GLM is a collective term for a broad class of regression models characterized by the response variable following a distribution belonging to the exponential family. The connection between the expected value of the response variable and the linear predictor with explanatory variables is made via a so-called link function. GLM includes linear regression as a special case and encompasses models that handle a wide range of data types, such as categorical data, count data, contingency tables, longitudinal, and clustered data.

  • Course structure

    The course is given at day time, full time.

    The course forms a part of the Master's Program in Statistics, but it can also be studied as a freestanding course.

     

    Teaching format

    The teaching consists of lectures, exercises, and computer exercises.

    Language: English.

    Course information

    Course description vt-25 (256 Kb)

    Assessment

    The course is assessed through a knowledge check of the expected learning outcomes. Exam 1 is assessed through a written individual exam. Exam 2 is assessed through a written assignment performed in groups of two students. Exam 2 may be divided into sub-tasks and given continuously during the course in connection with the teaching. An assessment of the individual's performance within the working group must be made possible and documented.

    Examiner

    Teachers spring 2025

    Course coordinator

    Gebrenegus Ghilagaber

    You will find Gebrenegus' reception hours in the link above. If you want to visit Gebrenegus outside of his reception hours, you are welcome to e-mail him for an appointment.

    Teaching assistant

    Fasna Kottakunnan

  • Schedule

    The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.

  • Course literature

    Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.

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