MAST30025 Linear Statistical Models
University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
- Final exam 80%: exam-heavy
- About 4 class hours a week
Is MAST30025 hard?
MAST30025: Easier. Makes it easier: Reviewers say it’s manageable (6 reviews). Makes it harder: Final exam 80%.
What you learn
The theory behind linear models, the most widely used statistical models: estimation, testing and model checking.
After it you can
- Explain how linear models work and where they fall short
- Fit linear models in statistics software and read the output
- Test hypotheses and check model assumptions
What you need first
MAST20005 and (MAST10007 or MAST10008 or MAST10022 or MAST10013)
- MAST20005 Statistics
- MAST10007 Linear Algebra
- MAST10008 Accelerated Mathematics 1
- MAST10022 Linear Algebra: Advanced
What it leads to
How it’s assessed
Assignments 20%, Final exam 80%
Student reviews and ratings
Summarised from 6 students on StudentVIP (2019–2026)
- Combines first-year linear algebra with second-year statistics, with more proofs than expected. Reviewers praised the teaching and structure.
- Most found the workload manageable with steady effort, and the exams fair. One recent review found the exam tough but scaled.
- Three assignments use R. Labs mainly help with the assignments rather than the exam.
A summary of public reviews, not scored here.
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Quick answers
- When is MAST30025 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
- What do I need before taking MAST30025?
- Needs MAST20005 and (MAST10007 or MAST10008 or MAST10022 or MAST10013).
- Does MAST30025 have a final exam?
- Yes, the final exam is 80% of the mark. Assessment: Assignments 20%, Final exam 80%.
- Is MAST30025 hard?
- From 6 student reviews on StudentVIP: Combines first-year linear algebra with second-year statistics, with more proofs than expected. Reviewers praised the teaching and structure.
- What do students say about MAST30025?
- Combines first-year linear algebra with second-year statistics, with more proofs than expected. Reviewers praised the teaching and structure. Most found the workload manageable with steady effort, and the exams fair. One recent review found the exam tough but scaled. Three assignments use R. Labs mainly help with the assignments rather than the exam.
- How many class hours a week does MAST30025 have?
- 4 h a week in class
- Can I take MAST30025 as breadth?
- Yes, for: Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music.
- What can I take after MAST30025?
- 2 subjects need it first, for example MAST30027, MAST30034.
- Can I rate MAST30025?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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