The aim of the course is to introduce a variety of standard statistical methods used to analyze multivariate data. Emphasis will be placed on developing the theory of these methods as well as the various interpretations of results derived from applying these methods. The (free) R statistical computing package will be used for data analyses.

Each student will work on a mathematical project under the supervision of a faculty member. The project will culminate in an oral presentation to the Department of Mathematics. The topic of the project will agreed upon by the student and supervisor.