Small Area Estimation (an MDataGov module)
Date:
16/03/2026 - 20/03/2026
Organised by:
University of Southampton
Presenter:
Prof Dr Nikos Tzavidis and Dr Angela Luna Hernandez
Level:
Advanced (specialised prior knowledge)
Contact:
Helen Davies
helen.davies@soton.ac.uk
Map:
View in Google Maps (SO17 1BJ)
Venue:
University of Southampton
Highfield Campus
University Road
Southampton
Description:
This module is part of a series of short (CPD - Continuous Professional Development) courses in Social/Official statistics delivered at the University of Southampton - Highfield campus.
Small Area Estimation (estimation of indicators at low levels of aggregation using survey data may be inaccurate or unfeasible due to small sample sizes) aims to provide you with an overview and a broad understanding of the methods developed in the field of Small Area Estimation (SAE) to address this issue, their motivation and applications. Examples of topics discussed are: Design vs Model-based estimation; Synthetic estimation; area-level and unit-level regression models for continuous outcomes; models for SAE of discrete responses; and use of time series data for SAE. Lectures will be complemented with exercise sessions and computer workshops in R.
For more information see: Small Area Estimation | STAT6106 | University of Southampton
Pre-requisites
Previous knowledge of Survey Sampling and Regression methods is assumed. Typically, students would be familiar with the linear and logistic regression models, as well as the principles of survey sampling design and design-based estimation. For examples of syllabus for suitable prerequisites, see: Survey Fundamentals | STAT6093 | University of Southampton and Regression Modelling | STAT6095 | University of Southampton
Registration
Registration is by application which should be submitted at least one month before the start of the course. For further information about the application process, please get in touch with Helen Davies at helen.davies@soton.ac.uk
Assessment
This course can be taken with or without assessment. The latter offers the possibility of accumulation of credits for the MSc in Data Analytics for Government https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/data-analytics-for-government-masters-msc
Cost:
£1,000
Website and registration:
Region:
South East
Keywords:
Small Area Estimation, Time Series Analysis, R
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Small Area Estimation
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