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MAS109: Probability and Data Science

Final Examination Guide and Notes 2026

Part 01: Revision Notes

Part 02: Exam Practice Questions and Answers

Part 03: Sample Final Examination Paper

Part 04: Detailed Solutions and Explanations

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University of Sheffield - MAS109: Probability and Data Science

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ACADEMIC YEAR 2026 - 2027

University	University of Sheffield
Module Code	MAS109
Module Name	Probability and Data Science
Credit Value	20 Credits
Notes Title	Final Examination Guide and Notes
Page Length	60

Prepare for the exam with the most complete study guide available for MAS109: Probability and Data Science at the University of Sheffield, including exam-style questions, and advice on common examination pitfalls. These notes provide support for learning and revision throughout the module. This self-study set has been thoroughly updated to cover all the topics contained in the latest edition of the exam. The key skills are demonstrated through expertly written notes on core topics, followed by opportunities to test your knowledge with a sample exam paper and answer key. This guide will help you to take the final exam with complete confidence.

Probability theory is a branch of mathematics concerned with the study of chance phenomena. Data science involves handling and analysing data using various tools, including statistical inference, machine learning, and graphical methods. The first part of the module introduces probability theory, providing a foundation for further probability and statistics modules, as well as for the statistical inference methods taught in this course. Examples are drawn from diverse areas, and case studies involving a variety of real data sets are discussed. Data science tools are implemented using the statistical computing language R.

Pre-requisites: MAS2003, MAS2010, MAS31002, MAS61017, MAS61017, MAS61022.

Co-requisites: MAS116, MAS117.

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