Official Social Statistics - POPST500 (2021)

This paper provides an overview of key areas of Official Statistics. Topics covered include data sources; legal and ethical framework of official statistics; introductory demography; collection and analysis of health, social and economic data; data visualisation; data matching and integration; the system of National Accounts.

Paper Information

Points: 15.0
Prerequisite(s): STAT121 or equivalent; STAT221; one of ECON204, ENVP207, GEOG228, GEOG301, POPS201, PSYC208 and completion of 15 further points above 100 level. Admission is at the discretion of the paper convenor.
Internal assessment / examination: 100:0

Trimesters and Locations

Occurrence Code When taught Where taught
21X (HAM)X Teaching period : 12 Jul 2021 - 7 Nov 2021 Hamilton
POPST500-21X (HAM) is offered in FLEXI mode. For those taking the paper online, please note there are some elements that require students to be online at specified times.
21X (NET)X Teaching period : 12 Jul 2021 - 7 Nov 2021 Online

Timetabled Lectures

The Timetable for 2021 is not available.


Indicative Fees for Official Social Statistics (POPST500)

Occurrence Domestic International
 Tuition Resource 
21X (HAM) $998 $3952
21X (NET) $998 $3952
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Tuition fees shown below are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment - please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information.

Paper Outlines for Official Social Statistics (POPST500)

The following paper outlines are available for Official Social Statistics (POPST500).
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Additional Information

Available Subjects:  Population Studies and Demography

Other available years: Official Social Statistics - POPST500 (2024) , Official Social Statistics - POPST500 (2023) , Official Social Statistics - POPST500 (2022) , Official Social Statistics - POPST500 (2020) , Official Social Statistics - POPST500 (2019) , Official Social Statistics - POPST500 (2018) , Official Social Statistics - POPST500 (2017)

Paper details current as of : 28 September 2023 10:31am
Indicative fees current as of : 29 September 2023 4:30am

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